About these crash totals
Counts come from NYC police crash reports (NYC Open Data). We sum all crashes, injuries, and deaths for this area across the selected time window shown on the card. Injury severity follows the official definitions in the NYPD dataset.
- Crashes: number of police‑reported collisions (all road users).
- All injuries: total injured people in those crashes.
- Moderate / Serious: subcategories reported by officers (e.g., broken bones vs. life‑threatening trauma).
- Deaths: people who died due to a crash.
Notes: Police reports can be corrected after initial publication. Minor incidents without a police report are not included.
Close▸ Killed 6
▸ Crush Injuries 4
▸ Severe Bleeding 1
▸ Severe Lacerations 1
▸ Concussion 9
▸ Whiplash 14
▸ Contusion/Bruise 12
▸ Abrasion 6
▸ Pain/Nausea 8
About this chart
We group pedestrian injuries and deaths by the vehicle type that struck them (as recorded in police reports). Use the dropdown to view totals, serious injuries, or deaths.
- Trucks/Buses, SUVs/Cars, Mopeds, and Bikes reflect the reporting categories in the crash dataset.
- Counts include people on foot only; crashes with no injured pedestrians are not shown here.
Notes: Police classification can change during investigations. Small categories may have year‑to‑year variance.
CloseAbout these numbers
These totals count vehicles with at least the shown number of camera‑issued speeding violations (school‑zone speed cameras) in any rolling 12‑month window in this district. Totals are summed from 2022 to the present for this geography.
- ≥ 6 (6+): advocates’ standard for repeat speeding offenders who should face escalating consequences.
- ≥ 16 (16+): threshold in the current edited bill awaiting State Senate action.
About this list
This ranks vehicles by the number of NYC school‑zone speed‑camera violations they received in the last 12 months anywhere in the city. The smaller note shows how many times the same plate was caught in this area in the last 90 days.
Camera violations are issued by NYC DOT’s program. Counts reflect issued tickets and may omit dismissed or pending cases. Plate text is shown verbatim as recorded.
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Howard Beach-Lindenwood: cars kill here. the fixes wait.
Howard Beach-Lindenwood: Jan 1, 2022 - Aug 25, 2025
The Belt takes. North Conduit takes. Cross Bay takes. The names repeat like scars.
Two pedestrians are gone since 2022. Four people inside cars are gone, too. Hundreds hurt. That’s one small neighborhood. That’s one clock that won’t stop.
On July 12, a 13‑year‑old on an e‑bike was crushed at 163rd Ave and Cross Bay Boulevard. The SUV was stopped in traffic. The boy hit the rear and suffered crush injuries, listed as serious in city data (NYC Open Data, CrashID 4827269).
In April 2023, a 73‑year‑old man was struck and killed crossing North Conduit near Cohancy Street. The driver was going straight. Police coded driver inattention (CrashID 4620609).
In November 2022, a 63‑year‑old woman was struck and killed on 84th Street. Not at an intersection. She died of head trauma (CrashID 4585750).
In July this year on the Belt, two passengers were ejected and killed in a multi‑vehicle crash tied to unsafe speed. Another driver and passenger were injured (CrashID 4825307).
These are not one‑offs. They form a line.
Where the bodies fall
The Belt Parkway leads the pain: three deaths and 175 injuries in this area window (top intersections). North Conduit Avenue adds two deaths and 62 injuries. Cross Bay Boulevard shows 76 injuries.
The clock matters. Injuries spike after dark and into late night. Big counts hit at 8 p.m., 11 p.m., and just before dawn. Four deaths cluster around 6 a.m. Another two at noon (hourly distribution).
Causes read like a coroner’s shorthand. “Unsafe speed.” “Driver inattention.” “Disregarded traffic control.” “Failure to yield.” Most severe harm rolls up as “other,” the catch‑all that still breaks bones (contributing factors).
SUVs and sedans hit people on foot again and again. Among pedestrian cases here, SUVs lead the injury count, with deaths tied to SUVs and sedans alike (vehicle rollup).
A hit‑and‑run two blocks from JFK
At 155th Street and South Conduit Avenue, a driver struck a 52‑year‑old man around 2:30 a.m. and fled. Police said, “The driver sped off without stopping. No arrests have been made” (NY Daily News). ABC7 reported, “The operator of the vehicle fled the scene after hitting the man” (ABC7). Gothamist wrote detectives were still looking for the vehicle (Gothamist).
No crosswalk. A body in the road. Another driver gone into the dark.
The policy ledger: who slows cars, who won’t
Albany gave New York City the power to lower speeds under Sammy’s Law, and renewed 24/7 speed cameras through 2030. Lawmakers split. In June, nine city Assembly Members voted no on the renewal, including Stacey Pheffer Amato of this area (Streetsblog NYC).
At City Hall in 2022, Council Member Joann Ariola opposed expanding speed cameras; her vehicle racked up dozens of violations, including school‑zone speeding and red‑light tickets, as reported then (Streetsblog NYC, 2022). Another account marked the Council’s home‑rule approval enabling 24/7 cameras that year (New York Post).
In the State Senate this year, James Sanders and Roxanne Persaud voted yes in committee to require intelligent speed assistance for repeat speeders under S4045 (Open States).
Fix the corners that kill
Start where the harm is loudest: the Belt Parkway, North Conduit, Cross Bay.
- Daylight corners and harden turns at North Conduit and side streets to cut turning strikes. Add leading pedestrian intervals.
- Calm Cross Bay Boulevard with concrete: refuge islands, narrower lanes, protected space near 163rd Ave.
- Night hours see heavy injury tallies. Run targeted enforcement and automated control where allowed around the clock.
These are standard tools. They fit the pattern seen here: speed, bad visibility, bad turns. The numbers justify the work (NYC Open Data).
Citywide moves that end the pattern
- Lower the default speed limit using Sammy’s Law authority. Slower streets reduce the body count. The power exists; the delay does, too (AMNY overview of 2025 traffic laws).
- Pass and enforce speed limiters for repeat offenders. Senators here already voted yes in committee on S4045. Make it law.
The corridors in Howard Beach‑Lindenwood tell the same story. The tape is already rolling. It does not pause on its own.
Take one step now: help push these fixes forward. Start here: Take Action.
Citations
▸ Citations
- Motor Vehicle Collisions – Crash Data (Crashes) - Persons dataset, Vehicles dataset , NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-08-25
- Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-13
- Pedestrian Killed In JFK Hit-And-Run, ABC7, Published 2025-08-13
- Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-13
- Ye Shall Know Their Names! Meet the Dirty Dozen City Pols Who Voted Against Speed Camera Program, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-06-23
- Queens Pol Voted Against Speed Cameras — And Has 27 Speeding Tickets!, Streetsblog NYC, Published 2022-09-09
- NYC Council signs off on 24/7 speed enforcement cameras, New York Post, Published 2022-05-26
- File S 4045, Open States / NY Senate, Published 2025-06-12
- These are new traffic laws in New York slated for 2025, amNY, Published 2024-12-31
Other Representatives
District 23
159-53 102nd St., Howard Beach, NY 11414
Room 839, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12248
District 32
114-12 Beach Channel Drive, Suite 1, Rockaway Park, NY 11694
718-318-6411
250 Broadway, Suite 1550, New York, NY 10007
212-788-7382
District 19
1222 E. 96th St., Brooklyn, NY 11236
Room 409, Legislative Office Building, Albany, NY 12247
▸ Other Geographies
Howard Beach-Lindenwood Howard Beach-Lindenwood sits in Queens, Precinct 106, District 32, AD 23, SD 19, Queens CB10.
▸ See also
Traffic Safety Timeline for Howard Beach-Lindenwood
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Box truck driver rear-ends sedan on Belt Parkway▸Sep 3 - On the Belt Parkway, eastbound, a box truck driver hit a sedan’s rear. A 20-year-old front-seat passenger was hurt with whiplash and back pain. Police noted unsafe speed and distraction, and cited unsafe lane changing.
According to the police report, an eastbound box truck driver rear-ended an eastbound sedan on the Belt Parkway, striking the sedan’s left rear bumper with the truck’s front end. A 20-year-old woman riding in the front passenger seat of the sedan was injured; she reported whiplash and back pain and was conscious at the scene. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction and unsafe speed as contributing factors. Unsafe lane changing was also cited by police. The crash involved a box truck and a sedan; both drivers were licensed. The report lists the point of impact as center back end for the sedan and center front end for the truck, consistent with a rear-end crash in the eastbound lanes.
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2 killed in motorcycle collision with SUV in Cypress Hills▸
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2 killed in motorcycle collision with SUV in Cypress Hills,
ABC7,
Published 2025-09-02
29
Speeding Sedan Rear-Ends SUV on S Conduit▸Aug 29 - A driver in a sedan rear-ended an SUV on S Conduit Avenue at 149th. The SUV driver suffered a neck injury. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Unsafe Speed" and "Following Too Closely."
The driver of an eastbound sedan hit the center rear of an eastbound SUV on South Conduit Avenue at 149th Avenue in Queens. The SUV driver suffered a neck injury and was listed as injured. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Unsafe Speed" and "Following Too Closely." The sedan had center-front damage; the SUV had center-rear damage, consistent with a rear-end collision while both vehicles traveled straight. Police recorded those driver errors in the report. No other contributing factors were recorded in the data.
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Driver of truck rear-ends sedan on expressway▸Aug 20 - The driver of a tractor-trailer hit the rear of a sedan that was changing lanes on the Nassau Expressway at Cohancy. A front-seat passenger suffered an upper-arm contusion. Police cited traffic control disregarded and driver inattention/distraction.
According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" were listed as contributing factors. The driver of a tractor-trailer traveling east struck the center back end of an eastbound sedan that was changing lanes on the Nassau Expressway near Cohancy Street in Queens. A 39-year-old front-seat passenger suffered a shoulder/upper-arm contusion and was conscious at the scene. Police recorded the driver errors as Traffic Control Disregarded and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The truck sustained left-front damage; the sedan sustained right-rear bumper damage. Both drivers were licensed and were traveling east at the time of the crash.
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Speeding SUV slams SUV on Shore▸Aug 14 - Eastbound SUVs collide on Shore Parkway. One rear-ended, one front crushed. A woman passenger hurt. The driver hurt too. Speed ruled the cause. Steel buckled. Sirens cut the heat.
Two eastbound SUVs collided near 92-10 Shore Parkway in Queens. The front of a Chevrolet SUV struck the back of a Toyota SUV. A 39-year-old female passenger and a 53-year-old male driver were injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Unsafe Speed.” Vehicle data show a center front impact to the striking SUV and a center rear impact to the struck SUV. Driver errors cited include Unsafe Speed. No other contributing factors were identified in the report.
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Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The car sped off. Medics rushed the victim to the hospital. He died. Police searched for footage. No arrests. The street stayed silent.
NY Daily News (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th St. at South Conduit Ave. near JFK Airport around 2:30 a.m. The driver hit the man and fled. Police said, "The driver sped off without stopping. No arrests have been made." Officers searched for surveillance footage to identify the vehicle. The article notes 68 pedestrians have died in city crashes this year. The hit-and-run highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the challenge of holding drivers accountable.
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Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-13
12
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
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Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
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Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock▸Aug 11 - A car thief fled cops, leaping into the Atlantic. Officers dove in, fought him in the water, and dragged him to shore. The chase began with a stolen sedan, ended in cold surf, cuffs snapping shut.
NY Daily News (2025-08-11) reports a car thief jumped into the Atlantic off Far Rockaway after police caught him with a stolen Honda. The suspect, Matthew Swafford, used a stolen North Carolina plate. Officers pursued him into the water, as shown in NYPD video. Detective Demerest called, 'Take my belt!' before diving in. Swafford was charged with possession of stolen property and other offenses. The incident highlights risks when suspects flee in stolen vehicles, raising questions about pursuit protocols and the dangers posed by car theft in dense urban areas.
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Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-11
7
Ariola Backs Harmful Creedmoor Density Rollback▸Aug 7 - Queens leaders kill Creedmoor’s car-free dream. The city bows to drivers. Walkers and cyclists lose. Streets stay hostile. Safety gains vanish. The promise of a people-first neighborhood dies.
On August 7, 2025, Eastern Queens Greenway condemned the city’s decision to scale back the Creedmoor redevelopment. The plan, once a bold vision for a car-free, walkable neighborhood, was gutted after pressure from local politicians like Assembly Member Ed Braunstein and Council Member Joann Ariola. The original proposal called for 2,775 homes and limited parking. Now, density drops by 27 percent. Empire State Development claims compromise, but the statement is aspirational and lacks concrete safety measures for pedestrians or cyclists. Vulnerable road users remain exposed. The city missed its chance.
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NYC Could Have Its First Car-Free Neighborhood (But Won’t Get It Due To Revanchist Pols),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
5
Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead▸Aug 5 - Three crashes. Two dead. A teen fights for life. Metal twisted. Bodies thrown. Streets stained. Drivers lost control. System failed to protect.
Gothamist (2025-08-05) reports three early-morning crashes in New York City. A driver lost control on the Belt Parkway, flipping his car and dying. In Staten Island, an MTA bus struck a 13-year-old on a scooter, leaving him in critical condition. In Brooklyn, a car hit a moped, killing the rider; the driver was taken into custody. Police said, 'Criminal charges for him were still pending.' Investigations continue. The incidents highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and the deadly consequences of driver error and street design.
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Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-05
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Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes▸Aug 3 - A driver struck an e-bike rider in Queens. A scooter rider crashed in Brooklyn. Both died. Streets claimed them. Police investigate. Lives ended fast. Metal and speed left no room for error.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports two fatal e-vehicle crashes. On July 31, a 62-year-old Nissan Rogue driver hit Zhao Feng Zhen, 55, on Hollis Court Blvd in Queens. The driver remained at the scene; police continue to investigate. On July 12, Eusebio Quinones, 60, lost control of his electric scooter on Union Ave in Brooklyn and died from his injuries days later. The article notes, 'police are still investigating the crash.' These deaths highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
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Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street▸Aug 1 - A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man on 101st Street. The driver sped off after an encounter at the window. Police found the victim with severe trauma. He died at Jamaica Hospital.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-01), a 23-year-old man died after being run over on 101st Street and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. The article reports, "Sonalall approached the driver's side window and flashed what appeared to be a gun, startling the motorist, who then drove off, striking Sonalall." The Queens District Attorney's Office did not charge the driver, citing fear for his life. The incident highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used in moments of conflict. No charges were filed, raising questions about how self-defense is interpreted in car-related deaths.
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Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-01
29
SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian at 157 Ave▸Jul 29 - A driver in an SUV hit a 48-year-old man crossing 157 Ave at an intersection in Queens. The impact fractured his leg. Police recorded aggressive driving and traffic control disregarded. He was conscious at the scene.
An SUV driver struck a 48-year-old man who was crossing at the intersection of 157 Ave in Queens. The pedestrian suffered a fractured knee and lower-leg injury and remained conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the driver engaged in "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" and "Traffic Control Disregarded." Police recorded the vehicle's pre-crash action as going straight ahead and the point of impact as the left front bumper, with damage to the left front bumper. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Unsafe Lane Changes on Belt Parkway Injure Drivers▸Jul 23 - Drivers merged westbound on Belt Parkway at Exit 17 West. Multiple unsafe lane changes triggered a crash. Two women drivers suffered whiplash. Two SUVs and a sedan were damaged.
According to the police report, drivers merged westbound on Belt Parkway Exit 17 West when multiple vehicles executed unsafe lane changes. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The collision involved two SUVs and a sedan. Two women drivers were injured: a 27-year-old with a neck injury and whiplash, and a 66-year-old with a back injury and whiplash. Both occupants were conscious and not ejected. Damage was reported to left front bumper and right front quarter panels. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Distracted SUV Driver Injures Teen Cyclist in Queens▸Jul 12 - A 13-year-old on an e-bike struck by SUV on 163 Ave. Driver inattention and inexperience listed. Teen suffered crush injuries. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A 13-year-old bicyclist was injured when an SUV and an e-bike collided on 163 Ave near Cross Bay Blvd in Queens. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The teen cyclist suffered crush injuries to the entire body. The SUV was stopped in traffic before impact. The police report lists no contributing factors for the cyclist. The crash highlights the danger faced by young riders on city streets when drivers are inattentive or inexperienced.
12
SUV and Sedan Collide on North Conduit Ave▸Jul 12 - Two cars turned right. Metal struck metal. One driver hurt in the abdomen. Police cite following too closely and distraction. Streets in Queens stay dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided while both made right turns on North Conduit Avenue in Queens. One driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered abdominal injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person injured and others shaken. The report highlights driver errors as key causes.
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E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens▸Jul 9 - A battery exploded. Fire roared. Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, was trapped in smoke and flame inside a Queens pizzeria. She died from her burns. Lithium-ion danger struck again. Four others escaped.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-09), Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, died after an e-bike battery exploded inside Singas Famous Pizzeria in Flushing, Queens. The FDNY described a 'blowtorch effect' that trapped Cheung as she tried to escape the bathroom. The article notes, 'These fires are treacherous. They move very quickly.' This was the first fatal lithium-ion battery fire in NYC for 2025, with officials citing a rising trend in such incidents. The battery was stored outside the bathroom, highlighting risks of indoor storage and the need for stronger safety measures.
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E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-09
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BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway▸Jul 7 - BMW hit divider, flew across highway, struck two cars. Fire followed. Two young lives ended. Others hurt. Concrete, speed, and steel left scars in Queens dawn.
NY Daily News (2025-07-07) reports a BMW crashed into a concrete divider on Queens' Belt Parkway, then vaulted over the highway, hitting two vehicles. The BMW caught fire. Driver Noah Thompson, 24, and passenger Jewel Perez, 22, died after hospital transport. Three other BMW passengers and two other drivers survived with minor or stable injuries. Police noted, "No one in the BMW was wearing a seat belt." Authorities sought a warrant to test the driver's blood for alcohol. The crash highlights high-speed risks and the dangers of divided highways.
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BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
5
Deadly High-Speed Crash Ejects Passengers on Belt Parkway▸Jul 5 - A sedan and two SUVs collided at unsafe speed on Belt Parkway. One passenger killed, several ejected and injured. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
A violent crash on Belt Parkway involved a sedan and two SUVs. According to the police report, unsafe speed was a contributing factor. One 22-year-old female passenger was ejected and killed. Multiple others, including drivers and passengers, suffered injuries ranging from internal trauma to fractures and pain. Several occupants were ejected from vehicles. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the cause. No other contributing factors are named. The toll: one dead, many hurt, all marked by the force of speed and steel.
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
Sep 3 - On the Belt Parkway, eastbound, a box truck driver hit a sedan’s rear. A 20-year-old front-seat passenger was hurt with whiplash and back pain. Police noted unsafe speed and distraction, and cited unsafe lane changing.
According to the police report, an eastbound box truck driver rear-ended an eastbound sedan on the Belt Parkway, striking the sedan’s left rear bumper with the truck’s front end. A 20-year-old woman riding in the front passenger seat of the sedan was injured; she reported whiplash and back pain and was conscious at the scene. Police recorded driver inattention/distraction and unsafe speed as contributing factors. Unsafe lane changing was also cited by police. The crash involved a box truck and a sedan; both drivers were licensed. The report lists the point of impact as center back end for the sedan and center front end for the truck, consistent with a rear-end crash in the eastbound lanes.
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2 killed in motorcycle collision with SUV in Cypress Hills▸
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2 killed in motorcycle collision with SUV in Cypress Hills,
ABC7,
Published 2025-09-02
29
Speeding Sedan Rear-Ends SUV on S Conduit▸Aug 29 - A driver in a sedan rear-ended an SUV on S Conduit Avenue at 149th. The SUV driver suffered a neck injury. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Unsafe Speed" and "Following Too Closely."
The driver of an eastbound sedan hit the center rear of an eastbound SUV on South Conduit Avenue at 149th Avenue in Queens. The SUV driver suffered a neck injury and was listed as injured. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Unsafe Speed" and "Following Too Closely." The sedan had center-front damage; the SUV had center-rear damage, consistent with a rear-end collision while both vehicles traveled straight. Police recorded those driver errors in the report. No other contributing factors were recorded in the data.
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Driver of truck rear-ends sedan on expressway▸Aug 20 - The driver of a tractor-trailer hit the rear of a sedan that was changing lanes on the Nassau Expressway at Cohancy. A front-seat passenger suffered an upper-arm contusion. Police cited traffic control disregarded and driver inattention/distraction.
According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" were listed as contributing factors. The driver of a tractor-trailer traveling east struck the center back end of an eastbound sedan that was changing lanes on the Nassau Expressway near Cohancy Street in Queens. A 39-year-old front-seat passenger suffered a shoulder/upper-arm contusion and was conscious at the scene. Police recorded the driver errors as Traffic Control Disregarded and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The truck sustained left-front damage; the sedan sustained right-rear bumper damage. Both drivers were licensed and were traveling east at the time of the crash.
14
Speeding SUV slams SUV on Shore▸Aug 14 - Eastbound SUVs collide on Shore Parkway. One rear-ended, one front crushed. A woman passenger hurt. The driver hurt too. Speed ruled the cause. Steel buckled. Sirens cut the heat.
Two eastbound SUVs collided near 92-10 Shore Parkway in Queens. The front of a Chevrolet SUV struck the back of a Toyota SUV. A 39-year-old female passenger and a 53-year-old male driver were injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Unsafe Speed.” Vehicle data show a center front impact to the striking SUV and a center rear impact to the struck SUV. Driver errors cited include Unsafe Speed. No other contributing factors were identified in the report.
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Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The car sped off. Medics rushed the victim to the hospital. He died. Police searched for footage. No arrests. The street stayed silent.
NY Daily News (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th St. at South Conduit Ave. near JFK Airport around 2:30 a.m. The driver hit the man and fled. Police said, "The driver sped off without stopping. No arrests have been made." Officers searched for surveillance footage to identify the vehicle. The article notes 68 pedestrians have died in city crashes this year. The hit-and-run highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the challenge of holding drivers accountable.
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Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-13
12
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
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Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
11
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock▸Aug 11 - A car thief fled cops, leaping into the Atlantic. Officers dove in, fought him in the water, and dragged him to shore. The chase began with a stolen sedan, ended in cold surf, cuffs snapping shut.
NY Daily News (2025-08-11) reports a car thief jumped into the Atlantic off Far Rockaway after police caught him with a stolen Honda. The suspect, Matthew Swafford, used a stolen North Carolina plate. Officers pursued him into the water, as shown in NYPD video. Detective Demerest called, 'Take my belt!' before diving in. Swafford was charged with possession of stolen property and other offenses. The incident highlights risks when suspects flee in stolen vehicles, raising questions about pursuit protocols and the dangers posed by car theft in dense urban areas.
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Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-11
7
Ariola Backs Harmful Creedmoor Density Rollback▸Aug 7 - Queens leaders kill Creedmoor’s car-free dream. The city bows to drivers. Walkers and cyclists lose. Streets stay hostile. Safety gains vanish. The promise of a people-first neighborhood dies.
On August 7, 2025, Eastern Queens Greenway condemned the city’s decision to scale back the Creedmoor redevelopment. The plan, once a bold vision for a car-free, walkable neighborhood, was gutted after pressure from local politicians like Assembly Member Ed Braunstein and Council Member Joann Ariola. The original proposal called for 2,775 homes and limited parking. Now, density drops by 27 percent. Empire State Development claims compromise, but the statement is aspirational and lacks concrete safety measures for pedestrians or cyclists. Vulnerable road users remain exposed. The city missed its chance.
-
NYC Could Have Its First Car-Free Neighborhood (But Won’t Get It Due To Revanchist Pols),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
5
Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead▸Aug 5 - Three crashes. Two dead. A teen fights for life. Metal twisted. Bodies thrown. Streets stained. Drivers lost control. System failed to protect.
Gothamist (2025-08-05) reports three early-morning crashes in New York City. A driver lost control on the Belt Parkway, flipping his car and dying. In Staten Island, an MTA bus struck a 13-year-old on a scooter, leaving him in critical condition. In Brooklyn, a car hit a moped, killing the rider; the driver was taken into custody. Police said, 'Criminal charges for him were still pending.' Investigations continue. The incidents highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and the deadly consequences of driver error and street design.
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Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-05
3
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes▸Aug 3 - A driver struck an e-bike rider in Queens. A scooter rider crashed in Brooklyn. Both died. Streets claimed them. Police investigate. Lives ended fast. Metal and speed left no room for error.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports two fatal e-vehicle crashes. On July 31, a 62-year-old Nissan Rogue driver hit Zhao Feng Zhen, 55, on Hollis Court Blvd in Queens. The driver remained at the scene; police continue to investigate. On July 12, Eusebio Quinones, 60, lost control of his electric scooter on Union Ave in Brooklyn and died from his injuries days later. The article notes, 'police are still investigating the crash.' These deaths highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
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Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street▸Aug 1 - A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man on 101st Street. The driver sped off after an encounter at the window. Police found the victim with severe trauma. He died at Jamaica Hospital.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-01), a 23-year-old man died after being run over on 101st Street and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. The article reports, "Sonalall approached the driver's side window and flashed what appeared to be a gun, startling the motorist, who then drove off, striking Sonalall." The Queens District Attorney's Office did not charge the driver, citing fear for his life. The incident highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used in moments of conflict. No charges were filed, raising questions about how self-defense is interpreted in car-related deaths.
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Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-01
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SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian at 157 Ave▸Jul 29 - A driver in an SUV hit a 48-year-old man crossing 157 Ave at an intersection in Queens. The impact fractured his leg. Police recorded aggressive driving and traffic control disregarded. He was conscious at the scene.
An SUV driver struck a 48-year-old man who was crossing at the intersection of 157 Ave in Queens. The pedestrian suffered a fractured knee and lower-leg injury and remained conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the driver engaged in "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" and "Traffic Control Disregarded." Police recorded the vehicle's pre-crash action as going straight ahead and the point of impact as the left front bumper, with damage to the left front bumper. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Unsafe Lane Changes on Belt Parkway Injure Drivers▸Jul 23 - Drivers merged westbound on Belt Parkway at Exit 17 West. Multiple unsafe lane changes triggered a crash. Two women drivers suffered whiplash. Two SUVs and a sedan were damaged.
According to the police report, drivers merged westbound on Belt Parkway Exit 17 West when multiple vehicles executed unsafe lane changes. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The collision involved two SUVs and a sedan. Two women drivers were injured: a 27-year-old with a neck injury and whiplash, and a 66-year-old with a back injury and whiplash. Both occupants were conscious and not ejected. Damage was reported to left front bumper and right front quarter panels. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Distracted SUV Driver Injures Teen Cyclist in Queens▸Jul 12 - A 13-year-old on an e-bike struck by SUV on 163 Ave. Driver inattention and inexperience listed. Teen suffered crush injuries. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A 13-year-old bicyclist was injured when an SUV and an e-bike collided on 163 Ave near Cross Bay Blvd in Queens. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The teen cyclist suffered crush injuries to the entire body. The SUV was stopped in traffic before impact. The police report lists no contributing factors for the cyclist. The crash highlights the danger faced by young riders on city streets when drivers are inattentive or inexperienced.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on North Conduit Ave▸Jul 12 - Two cars turned right. Metal struck metal. One driver hurt in the abdomen. Police cite following too closely and distraction. Streets in Queens stay dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided while both made right turns on North Conduit Avenue in Queens. One driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered abdominal injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person injured and others shaken. The report highlights driver errors as key causes.
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E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens▸Jul 9 - A battery exploded. Fire roared. Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, was trapped in smoke and flame inside a Queens pizzeria. She died from her burns. Lithium-ion danger struck again. Four others escaped.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-09), Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, died after an e-bike battery exploded inside Singas Famous Pizzeria in Flushing, Queens. The FDNY described a 'blowtorch effect' that trapped Cheung as she tried to escape the bathroom. The article notes, 'These fires are treacherous. They move very quickly.' This was the first fatal lithium-ion battery fire in NYC for 2025, with officials citing a rising trend in such incidents. The battery was stored outside the bathroom, highlighting risks of indoor storage and the need for stronger safety measures.
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E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-09
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BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway▸Jul 7 - BMW hit divider, flew across highway, struck two cars. Fire followed. Two young lives ended. Others hurt. Concrete, speed, and steel left scars in Queens dawn.
NY Daily News (2025-07-07) reports a BMW crashed into a concrete divider on Queens' Belt Parkway, then vaulted over the highway, hitting two vehicles. The BMW caught fire. Driver Noah Thompson, 24, and passenger Jewel Perez, 22, died after hospital transport. Three other BMW passengers and two other drivers survived with minor or stable injuries. Police noted, "No one in the BMW was wearing a seat belt." Authorities sought a warrant to test the driver's blood for alcohol. The crash highlights high-speed risks and the dangers of divided highways.
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BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
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Deadly High-Speed Crash Ejects Passengers on Belt Parkway▸Jul 5 - A sedan and two SUVs collided at unsafe speed on Belt Parkway. One passenger killed, several ejected and injured. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
A violent crash on Belt Parkway involved a sedan and two SUVs. According to the police report, unsafe speed was a contributing factor. One 22-year-old female passenger was ejected and killed. Multiple others, including drivers and passengers, suffered injuries ranging from internal trauma to fractures and pain. Several occupants were ejected from vehicles. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the cause. No other contributing factors are named. The toll: one dead, many hurt, all marked by the force of speed and steel.
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
- 2 killed in motorcycle collision with SUV in Cypress Hills, ABC7, Published 2025-09-02
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Speeding Sedan Rear-Ends SUV on S Conduit▸Aug 29 - A driver in a sedan rear-ended an SUV on S Conduit Avenue at 149th. The SUV driver suffered a neck injury. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Unsafe Speed" and "Following Too Closely."
The driver of an eastbound sedan hit the center rear of an eastbound SUV on South Conduit Avenue at 149th Avenue in Queens. The SUV driver suffered a neck injury and was listed as injured. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Unsafe Speed" and "Following Too Closely." The sedan had center-front damage; the SUV had center-rear damage, consistent with a rear-end collision while both vehicles traveled straight. Police recorded those driver errors in the report. No other contributing factors were recorded in the data.
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Driver of truck rear-ends sedan on expressway▸Aug 20 - The driver of a tractor-trailer hit the rear of a sedan that was changing lanes on the Nassau Expressway at Cohancy. A front-seat passenger suffered an upper-arm contusion. Police cited traffic control disregarded and driver inattention/distraction.
According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" were listed as contributing factors. The driver of a tractor-trailer traveling east struck the center back end of an eastbound sedan that was changing lanes on the Nassau Expressway near Cohancy Street in Queens. A 39-year-old front-seat passenger suffered a shoulder/upper-arm contusion and was conscious at the scene. Police recorded the driver errors as Traffic Control Disregarded and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The truck sustained left-front damage; the sedan sustained right-rear bumper damage. Both drivers were licensed and were traveling east at the time of the crash.
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Speeding SUV slams SUV on Shore▸Aug 14 - Eastbound SUVs collide on Shore Parkway. One rear-ended, one front crushed. A woman passenger hurt. The driver hurt too. Speed ruled the cause. Steel buckled. Sirens cut the heat.
Two eastbound SUVs collided near 92-10 Shore Parkway in Queens. The front of a Chevrolet SUV struck the back of a Toyota SUV. A 39-year-old female passenger and a 53-year-old male driver were injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Unsafe Speed.” Vehicle data show a center front impact to the striking SUV and a center rear impact to the struck SUV. Driver errors cited include Unsafe Speed. No other contributing factors were identified in the report.
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Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The car sped off. Medics rushed the victim to the hospital. He died. Police searched for footage. No arrests. The street stayed silent.
NY Daily News (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th St. at South Conduit Ave. near JFK Airport around 2:30 a.m. The driver hit the man and fled. Police said, "The driver sped off without stopping. No arrests have been made." Officers searched for surveillance footage to identify the vehicle. The article notes 68 pedestrians have died in city crashes this year. The hit-and-run highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the challenge of holding drivers accountable.
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Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-13
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Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
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Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
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Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock▸Aug 11 - A car thief fled cops, leaping into the Atlantic. Officers dove in, fought him in the water, and dragged him to shore. The chase began with a stolen sedan, ended in cold surf, cuffs snapping shut.
NY Daily News (2025-08-11) reports a car thief jumped into the Atlantic off Far Rockaway after police caught him with a stolen Honda. The suspect, Matthew Swafford, used a stolen North Carolina plate. Officers pursued him into the water, as shown in NYPD video. Detective Demerest called, 'Take my belt!' before diving in. Swafford was charged with possession of stolen property and other offenses. The incident highlights risks when suspects flee in stolen vehicles, raising questions about pursuit protocols and the dangers posed by car theft in dense urban areas.
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Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-11
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Ariola Backs Harmful Creedmoor Density Rollback▸Aug 7 - Queens leaders kill Creedmoor’s car-free dream. The city bows to drivers. Walkers and cyclists lose. Streets stay hostile. Safety gains vanish. The promise of a people-first neighborhood dies.
On August 7, 2025, Eastern Queens Greenway condemned the city’s decision to scale back the Creedmoor redevelopment. The plan, once a bold vision for a car-free, walkable neighborhood, was gutted after pressure from local politicians like Assembly Member Ed Braunstein and Council Member Joann Ariola. The original proposal called for 2,775 homes and limited parking. Now, density drops by 27 percent. Empire State Development claims compromise, but the statement is aspirational and lacks concrete safety measures for pedestrians or cyclists. Vulnerable road users remain exposed. The city missed its chance.
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NYC Could Have Its First Car-Free Neighborhood (But Won’t Get It Due To Revanchist Pols),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
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Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead▸Aug 5 - Three crashes. Two dead. A teen fights for life. Metal twisted. Bodies thrown. Streets stained. Drivers lost control. System failed to protect.
Gothamist (2025-08-05) reports three early-morning crashes in New York City. A driver lost control on the Belt Parkway, flipping his car and dying. In Staten Island, an MTA bus struck a 13-year-old on a scooter, leaving him in critical condition. In Brooklyn, a car hit a moped, killing the rider; the driver was taken into custody. Police said, 'Criminal charges for him were still pending.' Investigations continue. The incidents highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and the deadly consequences of driver error and street design.
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Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-05
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Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes▸Aug 3 - A driver struck an e-bike rider in Queens. A scooter rider crashed in Brooklyn. Both died. Streets claimed them. Police investigate. Lives ended fast. Metal and speed left no room for error.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports two fatal e-vehicle crashes. On July 31, a 62-year-old Nissan Rogue driver hit Zhao Feng Zhen, 55, on Hollis Court Blvd in Queens. The driver remained at the scene; police continue to investigate. On July 12, Eusebio Quinones, 60, lost control of his electric scooter on Union Ave in Brooklyn and died from his injuries days later. The article notes, 'police are still investigating the crash.' These deaths highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
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Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street▸Aug 1 - A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man on 101st Street. The driver sped off after an encounter at the window. Police found the victim with severe trauma. He died at Jamaica Hospital.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-01), a 23-year-old man died after being run over on 101st Street and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. The article reports, "Sonalall approached the driver's side window and flashed what appeared to be a gun, startling the motorist, who then drove off, striking Sonalall." The Queens District Attorney's Office did not charge the driver, citing fear for his life. The incident highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used in moments of conflict. No charges were filed, raising questions about how self-defense is interpreted in car-related deaths.
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Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-01
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SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian at 157 Ave▸Jul 29 - A driver in an SUV hit a 48-year-old man crossing 157 Ave at an intersection in Queens. The impact fractured his leg. Police recorded aggressive driving and traffic control disregarded. He was conscious at the scene.
An SUV driver struck a 48-year-old man who was crossing at the intersection of 157 Ave in Queens. The pedestrian suffered a fractured knee and lower-leg injury and remained conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the driver engaged in "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" and "Traffic Control Disregarded." Police recorded the vehicle's pre-crash action as going straight ahead and the point of impact as the left front bumper, with damage to the left front bumper. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Unsafe Lane Changes on Belt Parkway Injure Drivers▸Jul 23 - Drivers merged westbound on Belt Parkway at Exit 17 West. Multiple unsafe lane changes triggered a crash. Two women drivers suffered whiplash. Two SUVs and a sedan were damaged.
According to the police report, drivers merged westbound on Belt Parkway Exit 17 West when multiple vehicles executed unsafe lane changes. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The collision involved two SUVs and a sedan. Two women drivers were injured: a 27-year-old with a neck injury and whiplash, and a 66-year-old with a back injury and whiplash. Both occupants were conscious and not ejected. Damage was reported to left front bumper and right front quarter panels. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Distracted SUV Driver Injures Teen Cyclist in Queens▸Jul 12 - A 13-year-old on an e-bike struck by SUV on 163 Ave. Driver inattention and inexperience listed. Teen suffered crush injuries. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A 13-year-old bicyclist was injured when an SUV and an e-bike collided on 163 Ave near Cross Bay Blvd in Queens. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The teen cyclist suffered crush injuries to the entire body. The SUV was stopped in traffic before impact. The police report lists no contributing factors for the cyclist. The crash highlights the danger faced by young riders on city streets when drivers are inattentive or inexperienced.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on North Conduit Ave▸Jul 12 - Two cars turned right. Metal struck metal. One driver hurt in the abdomen. Police cite following too closely and distraction. Streets in Queens stay dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided while both made right turns on North Conduit Avenue in Queens. One driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered abdominal injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person injured and others shaken. The report highlights driver errors as key causes.
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E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens▸Jul 9 - A battery exploded. Fire roared. Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, was trapped in smoke and flame inside a Queens pizzeria. She died from her burns. Lithium-ion danger struck again. Four others escaped.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-09), Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, died after an e-bike battery exploded inside Singas Famous Pizzeria in Flushing, Queens. The FDNY described a 'blowtorch effect' that trapped Cheung as she tried to escape the bathroom. The article notes, 'These fires are treacherous. They move very quickly.' This was the first fatal lithium-ion battery fire in NYC for 2025, with officials citing a rising trend in such incidents. The battery was stored outside the bathroom, highlighting risks of indoor storage and the need for stronger safety measures.
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E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-09
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BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway▸Jul 7 - BMW hit divider, flew across highway, struck two cars. Fire followed. Two young lives ended. Others hurt. Concrete, speed, and steel left scars in Queens dawn.
NY Daily News (2025-07-07) reports a BMW crashed into a concrete divider on Queens' Belt Parkway, then vaulted over the highway, hitting two vehicles. The BMW caught fire. Driver Noah Thompson, 24, and passenger Jewel Perez, 22, died after hospital transport. Three other BMW passengers and two other drivers survived with minor or stable injuries. Police noted, "No one in the BMW was wearing a seat belt." Authorities sought a warrant to test the driver's blood for alcohol. The crash highlights high-speed risks and the dangers of divided highways.
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BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
5
Deadly High-Speed Crash Ejects Passengers on Belt Parkway▸Jul 5 - A sedan and two SUVs collided at unsafe speed on Belt Parkway. One passenger killed, several ejected and injured. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
A violent crash on Belt Parkway involved a sedan and two SUVs. According to the police report, unsafe speed was a contributing factor. One 22-year-old female passenger was ejected and killed. Multiple others, including drivers and passengers, suffered injuries ranging from internal trauma to fractures and pain. Several occupants were ejected from vehicles. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the cause. No other contributing factors are named. The toll: one dead, many hurt, all marked by the force of speed and steel.
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
Aug 29 - A driver in a sedan rear-ended an SUV on S Conduit Avenue at 149th. The SUV driver suffered a neck injury. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Unsafe Speed" and "Following Too Closely."
The driver of an eastbound sedan hit the center rear of an eastbound SUV on South Conduit Avenue at 149th Avenue in Queens. The SUV driver suffered a neck injury and was listed as injured. According to the police report, contributing factors were "Unsafe Speed" and "Following Too Closely." The sedan had center-front damage; the SUV had center-rear damage, consistent with a rear-end collision while both vehicles traveled straight. Police recorded those driver errors in the report. No other contributing factors were recorded in the data.
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Driver of truck rear-ends sedan on expressway▸Aug 20 - The driver of a tractor-trailer hit the rear of a sedan that was changing lanes on the Nassau Expressway at Cohancy. A front-seat passenger suffered an upper-arm contusion. Police cited traffic control disregarded and driver inattention/distraction.
According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" were listed as contributing factors. The driver of a tractor-trailer traveling east struck the center back end of an eastbound sedan that was changing lanes on the Nassau Expressway near Cohancy Street in Queens. A 39-year-old front-seat passenger suffered a shoulder/upper-arm contusion and was conscious at the scene. Police recorded the driver errors as Traffic Control Disregarded and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The truck sustained left-front damage; the sedan sustained right-rear bumper damage. Both drivers were licensed and were traveling east at the time of the crash.
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Speeding SUV slams SUV on Shore▸Aug 14 - Eastbound SUVs collide on Shore Parkway. One rear-ended, one front crushed. A woman passenger hurt. The driver hurt too. Speed ruled the cause. Steel buckled. Sirens cut the heat.
Two eastbound SUVs collided near 92-10 Shore Parkway in Queens. The front of a Chevrolet SUV struck the back of a Toyota SUV. A 39-year-old female passenger and a 53-year-old male driver were injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Unsafe Speed.” Vehicle data show a center front impact to the striking SUV and a center rear impact to the struck SUV. Driver errors cited include Unsafe Speed. No other contributing factors were identified in the report.
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Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The car sped off. Medics rushed the victim to the hospital. He died. Police searched for footage. No arrests. The street stayed silent.
NY Daily News (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th St. at South Conduit Ave. near JFK Airport around 2:30 a.m. The driver hit the man and fled. Police said, "The driver sped off without stopping. No arrests have been made." Officers searched for surveillance footage to identify the vehicle. The article notes 68 pedestrians have died in city crashes this year. The hit-and-run highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the challenge of holding drivers accountable.
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Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-13
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Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
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Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
11
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock▸Aug 11 - A car thief fled cops, leaping into the Atlantic. Officers dove in, fought him in the water, and dragged him to shore. The chase began with a stolen sedan, ended in cold surf, cuffs snapping shut.
NY Daily News (2025-08-11) reports a car thief jumped into the Atlantic off Far Rockaway after police caught him with a stolen Honda. The suspect, Matthew Swafford, used a stolen North Carolina plate. Officers pursued him into the water, as shown in NYPD video. Detective Demerest called, 'Take my belt!' before diving in. Swafford was charged with possession of stolen property and other offenses. The incident highlights risks when suspects flee in stolen vehicles, raising questions about pursuit protocols and the dangers posed by car theft in dense urban areas.
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Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-11
7
Ariola Backs Harmful Creedmoor Density Rollback▸Aug 7 - Queens leaders kill Creedmoor’s car-free dream. The city bows to drivers. Walkers and cyclists lose. Streets stay hostile. Safety gains vanish. The promise of a people-first neighborhood dies.
On August 7, 2025, Eastern Queens Greenway condemned the city’s decision to scale back the Creedmoor redevelopment. The plan, once a bold vision for a car-free, walkable neighborhood, was gutted after pressure from local politicians like Assembly Member Ed Braunstein and Council Member Joann Ariola. The original proposal called for 2,775 homes and limited parking. Now, density drops by 27 percent. Empire State Development claims compromise, but the statement is aspirational and lacks concrete safety measures for pedestrians or cyclists. Vulnerable road users remain exposed. The city missed its chance.
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NYC Could Have Its First Car-Free Neighborhood (But Won’t Get It Due To Revanchist Pols),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
5
Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead▸Aug 5 - Three crashes. Two dead. A teen fights for life. Metal twisted. Bodies thrown. Streets stained. Drivers lost control. System failed to protect.
Gothamist (2025-08-05) reports three early-morning crashes in New York City. A driver lost control on the Belt Parkway, flipping his car and dying. In Staten Island, an MTA bus struck a 13-year-old on a scooter, leaving him in critical condition. In Brooklyn, a car hit a moped, killing the rider; the driver was taken into custody. Police said, 'Criminal charges for him were still pending.' Investigations continue. The incidents highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and the deadly consequences of driver error and street design.
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Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-05
3
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes▸Aug 3 - A driver struck an e-bike rider in Queens. A scooter rider crashed in Brooklyn. Both died. Streets claimed them. Police investigate. Lives ended fast. Metal and speed left no room for error.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports two fatal e-vehicle crashes. On July 31, a 62-year-old Nissan Rogue driver hit Zhao Feng Zhen, 55, on Hollis Court Blvd in Queens. The driver remained at the scene; police continue to investigate. On July 12, Eusebio Quinones, 60, lost control of his electric scooter on Union Ave in Brooklyn and died from his injuries days later. The article notes, 'police are still investigating the crash.' These deaths highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users on city streets.
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Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
1
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street▸Aug 1 - A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man on 101st Street. The driver sped off after an encounter at the window. Police found the victim with severe trauma. He died at Jamaica Hospital.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-01), a 23-year-old man died after being run over on 101st Street and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. The article reports, "Sonalall approached the driver's side window and flashed what appeared to be a gun, startling the motorist, who then drove off, striking Sonalall." The Queens District Attorney's Office did not charge the driver, citing fear for his life. The incident highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used in moments of conflict. No charges were filed, raising questions about how self-defense is interpreted in car-related deaths.
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Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-01
29
SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian at 157 Ave▸Jul 29 - A driver in an SUV hit a 48-year-old man crossing 157 Ave at an intersection in Queens. The impact fractured his leg. Police recorded aggressive driving and traffic control disregarded. He was conscious at the scene.
An SUV driver struck a 48-year-old man who was crossing at the intersection of 157 Ave in Queens. The pedestrian suffered a fractured knee and lower-leg injury and remained conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the driver engaged in "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" and "Traffic Control Disregarded." Police recorded the vehicle's pre-crash action as going straight ahead and the point of impact as the left front bumper, with damage to the left front bumper. The report lists no other contributing factors.
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Unsafe Lane Changes on Belt Parkway Injure Drivers▸Jul 23 - Drivers merged westbound on Belt Parkway at Exit 17 West. Multiple unsafe lane changes triggered a crash. Two women drivers suffered whiplash. Two SUVs and a sedan were damaged.
According to the police report, drivers merged westbound on Belt Parkway Exit 17 West when multiple vehicles executed unsafe lane changes. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The collision involved two SUVs and a sedan. Two women drivers were injured: a 27-year-old with a neck injury and whiplash, and a 66-year-old with a back injury and whiplash. Both occupants were conscious and not ejected. Damage was reported to left front bumper and right front quarter panels. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
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Distracted SUV Driver Injures Teen Cyclist in Queens▸Jul 12 - A 13-year-old on an e-bike struck by SUV on 163 Ave. Driver inattention and inexperience listed. Teen suffered crush injuries. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A 13-year-old bicyclist was injured when an SUV and an e-bike collided on 163 Ave near Cross Bay Blvd in Queens. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The teen cyclist suffered crush injuries to the entire body. The SUV was stopped in traffic before impact. The police report lists no contributing factors for the cyclist. The crash highlights the danger faced by young riders on city streets when drivers are inattentive or inexperienced.
12
SUV and Sedan Collide on North Conduit Ave▸Jul 12 - Two cars turned right. Metal struck metal. One driver hurt in the abdomen. Police cite following too closely and distraction. Streets in Queens stay dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided while both made right turns on North Conduit Avenue in Queens. One driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered abdominal injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person injured and others shaken. The report highlights driver errors as key causes.
9
E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens▸Jul 9 - A battery exploded. Fire roared. Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, was trapped in smoke and flame inside a Queens pizzeria. She died from her burns. Lithium-ion danger struck again. Four others escaped.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-09), Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, died after an e-bike battery exploded inside Singas Famous Pizzeria in Flushing, Queens. The FDNY described a 'blowtorch effect' that trapped Cheung as she tried to escape the bathroom. The article notes, 'These fires are treacherous. They move very quickly.' This was the first fatal lithium-ion battery fire in NYC for 2025, with officials citing a rising trend in such incidents. The battery was stored outside the bathroom, highlighting risks of indoor storage and the need for stronger safety measures.
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E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-09
7
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway▸Jul 7 - BMW hit divider, flew across highway, struck two cars. Fire followed. Two young lives ended. Others hurt. Concrete, speed, and steel left scars in Queens dawn.
NY Daily News (2025-07-07) reports a BMW crashed into a concrete divider on Queens' Belt Parkway, then vaulted over the highway, hitting two vehicles. The BMW caught fire. Driver Noah Thompson, 24, and passenger Jewel Perez, 22, died after hospital transport. Three other BMW passengers and two other drivers survived with minor or stable injuries. Police noted, "No one in the BMW was wearing a seat belt." Authorities sought a warrant to test the driver's blood for alcohol. The crash highlights high-speed risks and the dangers of divided highways.
-
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
5
Deadly High-Speed Crash Ejects Passengers on Belt Parkway▸Jul 5 - A sedan and two SUVs collided at unsafe speed on Belt Parkway. One passenger killed, several ejected and injured. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
A violent crash on Belt Parkway involved a sedan and two SUVs. According to the police report, unsafe speed was a contributing factor. One 22-year-old female passenger was ejected and killed. Multiple others, including drivers and passengers, suffered injuries ranging from internal trauma to fractures and pain. Several occupants were ejected from vehicles. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the cause. No other contributing factors are named. The toll: one dead, many hurt, all marked by the force of speed and steel.
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
-
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
Aug 20 - The driver of a tractor-trailer hit the rear of a sedan that was changing lanes on the Nassau Expressway at Cohancy. A front-seat passenger suffered an upper-arm contusion. Police cited traffic control disregarded and driver inattention/distraction.
According to the police report, "Traffic Control Disregarded" and "Driver Inattention/Distraction" were listed as contributing factors. The driver of a tractor-trailer traveling east struck the center back end of an eastbound sedan that was changing lanes on the Nassau Expressway near Cohancy Street in Queens. A 39-year-old front-seat passenger suffered a shoulder/upper-arm contusion and was conscious at the scene. Police recorded the driver errors as Traffic Control Disregarded and Driver Inattention/Distraction. The truck sustained left-front damage; the sedan sustained right-rear bumper damage. Both drivers were licensed and were traveling east at the time of the crash.
14
Speeding SUV slams SUV on Shore▸Aug 14 - Eastbound SUVs collide on Shore Parkway. One rear-ended, one front crushed. A woman passenger hurt. The driver hurt too. Speed ruled the cause. Steel buckled. Sirens cut the heat.
Two eastbound SUVs collided near 92-10 Shore Parkway in Queens. The front of a Chevrolet SUV struck the back of a Toyota SUV. A 39-year-old female passenger and a 53-year-old male driver were injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Unsafe Speed.” Vehicle data show a center front impact to the striking SUV and a center rear impact to the struck SUV. Driver errors cited include Unsafe Speed. No other contributing factors were identified in the report.
13
Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The car sped off. Medics rushed the victim to the hospital. He died. Police searched for footage. No arrests. The street stayed silent.
NY Daily News (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th St. at South Conduit Ave. near JFK Airport around 2:30 a.m. The driver hit the man and fled. Police said, "The driver sped off without stopping. No arrests have been made." Officers searched for surveillance footage to identify the vehicle. The article notes 68 pedestrians have died in city crashes this year. The hit-and-run highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the challenge of holding drivers accountable.
-
Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-13
12
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
-
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
11
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock▸Aug 11 - A car thief fled cops, leaping into the Atlantic. Officers dove in, fought him in the water, and dragged him to shore. The chase began with a stolen sedan, ended in cold surf, cuffs snapping shut.
NY Daily News (2025-08-11) reports a car thief jumped into the Atlantic off Far Rockaway after police caught him with a stolen Honda. The suspect, Matthew Swafford, used a stolen North Carolina plate. Officers pursued him into the water, as shown in NYPD video. Detective Demerest called, 'Take my belt!' before diving in. Swafford was charged with possession of stolen property and other offenses. The incident highlights risks when suspects flee in stolen vehicles, raising questions about pursuit protocols and the dangers posed by car theft in dense urban areas.
-
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-11
7
Ariola Backs Harmful Creedmoor Density Rollback▸Aug 7 - Queens leaders kill Creedmoor’s car-free dream. The city bows to drivers. Walkers and cyclists lose. Streets stay hostile. Safety gains vanish. The promise of a people-first neighborhood dies.
On August 7, 2025, Eastern Queens Greenway condemned the city’s decision to scale back the Creedmoor redevelopment. The plan, once a bold vision for a car-free, walkable neighborhood, was gutted after pressure from local politicians like Assembly Member Ed Braunstein and Council Member Joann Ariola. The original proposal called for 2,775 homes and limited parking. Now, density drops by 27 percent. Empire State Development claims compromise, but the statement is aspirational and lacks concrete safety measures for pedestrians or cyclists. Vulnerable road users remain exposed. The city missed its chance.
-
NYC Could Have Its First Car-Free Neighborhood (But Won’t Get It Due To Revanchist Pols),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
5
Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead▸Aug 5 - Three crashes. Two dead. A teen fights for life. Metal twisted. Bodies thrown. Streets stained. Drivers lost control. System failed to protect.
Gothamist (2025-08-05) reports three early-morning crashes in New York City. A driver lost control on the Belt Parkway, flipping his car and dying. In Staten Island, an MTA bus struck a 13-year-old on a scooter, leaving him in critical condition. In Brooklyn, a car hit a moped, killing the rider; the driver was taken into custody. Police said, 'Criminal charges for him were still pending.' Investigations continue. The incidents highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and the deadly consequences of driver error and street design.
-
Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-05
3
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes▸Aug 3 - A driver struck an e-bike rider in Queens. A scooter rider crashed in Brooklyn. Both died. Streets claimed them. Police investigate. Lives ended fast. Metal and speed left no room for error.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports two fatal e-vehicle crashes. On July 31, a 62-year-old Nissan Rogue driver hit Zhao Feng Zhen, 55, on Hollis Court Blvd in Queens. The driver remained at the scene; police continue to investigate. On July 12, Eusebio Quinones, 60, lost control of his electric scooter on Union Ave in Brooklyn and died from his injuries days later. The article notes, 'police are still investigating the crash.' These deaths highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users on city streets.
-
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
1
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street▸Aug 1 - A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man on 101st Street. The driver sped off after an encounter at the window. Police found the victim with severe trauma. He died at Jamaica Hospital.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-01), a 23-year-old man died after being run over on 101st Street and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. The article reports, "Sonalall approached the driver's side window and flashed what appeared to be a gun, startling the motorist, who then drove off, striking Sonalall." The Queens District Attorney's Office did not charge the driver, citing fear for his life. The incident highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used in moments of conflict. No charges were filed, raising questions about how self-defense is interpreted in car-related deaths.
-
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-01
29
SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian at 157 Ave▸Jul 29 - A driver in an SUV hit a 48-year-old man crossing 157 Ave at an intersection in Queens. The impact fractured his leg. Police recorded aggressive driving and traffic control disregarded. He was conscious at the scene.
An SUV driver struck a 48-year-old man who was crossing at the intersection of 157 Ave in Queens. The pedestrian suffered a fractured knee and lower-leg injury and remained conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the driver engaged in "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" and "Traffic Control Disregarded." Police recorded the vehicle's pre-crash action as going straight ahead and the point of impact as the left front bumper, with damage to the left front bumper. The report lists no other contributing factors.
23
Unsafe Lane Changes on Belt Parkway Injure Drivers▸Jul 23 - Drivers merged westbound on Belt Parkway at Exit 17 West. Multiple unsafe lane changes triggered a crash. Two women drivers suffered whiplash. Two SUVs and a sedan were damaged.
According to the police report, drivers merged westbound on Belt Parkway Exit 17 West when multiple vehicles executed unsafe lane changes. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The collision involved two SUVs and a sedan. Two women drivers were injured: a 27-year-old with a neck injury and whiplash, and a 66-year-old with a back injury and whiplash. Both occupants were conscious and not ejected. Damage was reported to left front bumper and right front quarter panels. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
12
Distracted SUV Driver Injures Teen Cyclist in Queens▸Jul 12 - A 13-year-old on an e-bike struck by SUV on 163 Ave. Driver inattention and inexperience listed. Teen suffered crush injuries. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A 13-year-old bicyclist was injured when an SUV and an e-bike collided on 163 Ave near Cross Bay Blvd in Queens. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The teen cyclist suffered crush injuries to the entire body. The SUV was stopped in traffic before impact. The police report lists no contributing factors for the cyclist. The crash highlights the danger faced by young riders on city streets when drivers are inattentive or inexperienced.
12
SUV and Sedan Collide on North Conduit Ave▸Jul 12 - Two cars turned right. Metal struck metal. One driver hurt in the abdomen. Police cite following too closely and distraction. Streets in Queens stay dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided while both made right turns on North Conduit Avenue in Queens. One driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered abdominal injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person injured and others shaken. The report highlights driver errors as key causes.
9
E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens▸Jul 9 - A battery exploded. Fire roared. Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, was trapped in smoke and flame inside a Queens pizzeria. She died from her burns. Lithium-ion danger struck again. Four others escaped.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-09), Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, died after an e-bike battery exploded inside Singas Famous Pizzeria in Flushing, Queens. The FDNY described a 'blowtorch effect' that trapped Cheung as she tried to escape the bathroom. The article notes, 'These fires are treacherous. They move very quickly.' This was the first fatal lithium-ion battery fire in NYC for 2025, with officials citing a rising trend in such incidents. The battery was stored outside the bathroom, highlighting risks of indoor storage and the need for stronger safety measures.
-
E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-09
7
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway▸Jul 7 - BMW hit divider, flew across highway, struck two cars. Fire followed. Two young lives ended. Others hurt. Concrete, speed, and steel left scars in Queens dawn.
NY Daily News (2025-07-07) reports a BMW crashed into a concrete divider on Queens' Belt Parkway, then vaulted over the highway, hitting two vehicles. The BMW caught fire. Driver Noah Thompson, 24, and passenger Jewel Perez, 22, died after hospital transport. Three other BMW passengers and two other drivers survived with minor or stable injuries. Police noted, "No one in the BMW was wearing a seat belt." Authorities sought a warrant to test the driver's blood for alcohol. The crash highlights high-speed risks and the dangers of divided highways.
-
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
5
Deadly High-Speed Crash Ejects Passengers on Belt Parkway▸Jul 5 - A sedan and two SUVs collided at unsafe speed on Belt Parkway. One passenger killed, several ejected and injured. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
A violent crash on Belt Parkway involved a sedan and two SUVs. According to the police report, unsafe speed was a contributing factor. One 22-year-old female passenger was ejected and killed. Multiple others, including drivers and passengers, suffered injuries ranging from internal trauma to fractures and pain. Several occupants were ejected from vehicles. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the cause. No other contributing factors are named. The toll: one dead, many hurt, all marked by the force of speed and steel.
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
-
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
Aug 14 - Eastbound SUVs collide on Shore Parkway. One rear-ended, one front crushed. A woman passenger hurt. The driver hurt too. Speed ruled the cause. Steel buckled. Sirens cut the heat.
Two eastbound SUVs collided near 92-10 Shore Parkway in Queens. The front of a Chevrolet SUV struck the back of a Toyota SUV. A 39-year-old female passenger and a 53-year-old male driver were injured. According to the police report, the contributing factor was “Unsafe Speed.” Vehicle data show a center front impact to the striking SUV and a center rear impact to the struck SUV. Driver errors cited include Unsafe Speed. No other contributing factors were identified in the report.
13
Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK▸Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The car sped off. Medics rushed the victim to the hospital. He died. Police searched for footage. No arrests. The street stayed silent.
NY Daily News (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th St. at South Conduit Ave. near JFK Airport around 2:30 a.m. The driver hit the man and fled. Police said, "The driver sped off without stopping. No arrests have been made." Officers searched for surveillance footage to identify the vehicle. The article notes 68 pedestrians have died in city crashes this year. The hit-and-run highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the challenge of holding drivers accountable.
-
Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-13
12
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
-
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
11
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock▸Aug 11 - A car thief fled cops, leaping into the Atlantic. Officers dove in, fought him in the water, and dragged him to shore. The chase began with a stolen sedan, ended in cold surf, cuffs snapping shut.
NY Daily News (2025-08-11) reports a car thief jumped into the Atlantic off Far Rockaway after police caught him with a stolen Honda. The suspect, Matthew Swafford, used a stolen North Carolina plate. Officers pursued him into the water, as shown in NYPD video. Detective Demerest called, 'Take my belt!' before diving in. Swafford was charged with possession of stolen property and other offenses. The incident highlights risks when suspects flee in stolen vehicles, raising questions about pursuit protocols and the dangers posed by car theft in dense urban areas.
-
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-11
7
Ariola Backs Harmful Creedmoor Density Rollback▸Aug 7 - Queens leaders kill Creedmoor’s car-free dream. The city bows to drivers. Walkers and cyclists lose. Streets stay hostile. Safety gains vanish. The promise of a people-first neighborhood dies.
On August 7, 2025, Eastern Queens Greenway condemned the city’s decision to scale back the Creedmoor redevelopment. The plan, once a bold vision for a car-free, walkable neighborhood, was gutted after pressure from local politicians like Assembly Member Ed Braunstein and Council Member Joann Ariola. The original proposal called for 2,775 homes and limited parking. Now, density drops by 27 percent. Empire State Development claims compromise, but the statement is aspirational and lacks concrete safety measures for pedestrians or cyclists. Vulnerable road users remain exposed. The city missed its chance.
-
NYC Could Have Its First Car-Free Neighborhood (But Won’t Get It Due To Revanchist Pols),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
5
Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead▸Aug 5 - Three crashes. Two dead. A teen fights for life. Metal twisted. Bodies thrown. Streets stained. Drivers lost control. System failed to protect.
Gothamist (2025-08-05) reports three early-morning crashes in New York City. A driver lost control on the Belt Parkway, flipping his car and dying. In Staten Island, an MTA bus struck a 13-year-old on a scooter, leaving him in critical condition. In Brooklyn, a car hit a moped, killing the rider; the driver was taken into custody. Police said, 'Criminal charges for him were still pending.' Investigations continue. The incidents highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and the deadly consequences of driver error and street design.
-
Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-05
3
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes▸Aug 3 - A driver struck an e-bike rider in Queens. A scooter rider crashed in Brooklyn. Both died. Streets claimed them. Police investigate. Lives ended fast. Metal and speed left no room for error.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports two fatal e-vehicle crashes. On July 31, a 62-year-old Nissan Rogue driver hit Zhao Feng Zhen, 55, on Hollis Court Blvd in Queens. The driver remained at the scene; police continue to investigate. On July 12, Eusebio Quinones, 60, lost control of his electric scooter on Union Ave in Brooklyn and died from his injuries days later. The article notes, 'police are still investigating the crash.' These deaths highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users on city streets.
-
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
1
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street▸Aug 1 - A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man on 101st Street. The driver sped off after an encounter at the window. Police found the victim with severe trauma. He died at Jamaica Hospital.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-01), a 23-year-old man died after being run over on 101st Street and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. The article reports, "Sonalall approached the driver's side window and flashed what appeared to be a gun, startling the motorist, who then drove off, striking Sonalall." The Queens District Attorney's Office did not charge the driver, citing fear for his life. The incident highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used in moments of conflict. No charges were filed, raising questions about how self-defense is interpreted in car-related deaths.
-
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-01
29
SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian at 157 Ave▸Jul 29 - A driver in an SUV hit a 48-year-old man crossing 157 Ave at an intersection in Queens. The impact fractured his leg. Police recorded aggressive driving and traffic control disregarded. He was conscious at the scene.
An SUV driver struck a 48-year-old man who was crossing at the intersection of 157 Ave in Queens. The pedestrian suffered a fractured knee and lower-leg injury and remained conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the driver engaged in "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" and "Traffic Control Disregarded." Police recorded the vehicle's pre-crash action as going straight ahead and the point of impact as the left front bumper, with damage to the left front bumper. The report lists no other contributing factors.
23
Unsafe Lane Changes on Belt Parkway Injure Drivers▸Jul 23 - Drivers merged westbound on Belt Parkway at Exit 17 West. Multiple unsafe lane changes triggered a crash. Two women drivers suffered whiplash. Two SUVs and a sedan were damaged.
According to the police report, drivers merged westbound on Belt Parkway Exit 17 West when multiple vehicles executed unsafe lane changes. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The collision involved two SUVs and a sedan. Two women drivers were injured: a 27-year-old with a neck injury and whiplash, and a 66-year-old with a back injury and whiplash. Both occupants were conscious and not ejected. Damage was reported to left front bumper and right front quarter panels. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
12
Distracted SUV Driver Injures Teen Cyclist in Queens▸Jul 12 - A 13-year-old on an e-bike struck by SUV on 163 Ave. Driver inattention and inexperience listed. Teen suffered crush injuries. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A 13-year-old bicyclist was injured when an SUV and an e-bike collided on 163 Ave near Cross Bay Blvd in Queens. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The teen cyclist suffered crush injuries to the entire body. The SUV was stopped in traffic before impact. The police report lists no contributing factors for the cyclist. The crash highlights the danger faced by young riders on city streets when drivers are inattentive or inexperienced.
12
SUV and Sedan Collide on North Conduit Ave▸Jul 12 - Two cars turned right. Metal struck metal. One driver hurt in the abdomen. Police cite following too closely and distraction. Streets in Queens stay dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided while both made right turns on North Conduit Avenue in Queens. One driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered abdominal injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person injured and others shaken. The report highlights driver errors as key causes.
9
E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens▸Jul 9 - A battery exploded. Fire roared. Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, was trapped in smoke and flame inside a Queens pizzeria. She died from her burns. Lithium-ion danger struck again. Four others escaped.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-09), Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, died after an e-bike battery exploded inside Singas Famous Pizzeria in Flushing, Queens. The FDNY described a 'blowtorch effect' that trapped Cheung as she tried to escape the bathroom. The article notes, 'These fires are treacherous. They move very quickly.' This was the first fatal lithium-ion battery fire in NYC for 2025, with officials citing a rising trend in such incidents. The battery was stored outside the bathroom, highlighting risks of indoor storage and the need for stronger safety measures.
-
E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-09
7
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway▸Jul 7 - BMW hit divider, flew across highway, struck two cars. Fire followed. Two young lives ended. Others hurt. Concrete, speed, and steel left scars in Queens dawn.
NY Daily News (2025-07-07) reports a BMW crashed into a concrete divider on Queens' Belt Parkway, then vaulted over the highway, hitting two vehicles. The BMW caught fire. Driver Noah Thompson, 24, and passenger Jewel Perez, 22, died after hospital transport. Three other BMW passengers and two other drivers survived with minor or stable injuries. Police noted, "No one in the BMW was wearing a seat belt." Authorities sought a warrant to test the driver's blood for alcohol. The crash highlights high-speed risks and the dangers of divided highways.
-
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
5
Deadly High-Speed Crash Ejects Passengers on Belt Parkway▸Jul 5 - A sedan and two SUVs collided at unsafe speed on Belt Parkway. One passenger killed, several ejected and injured. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
A violent crash on Belt Parkway involved a sedan and two SUVs. According to the police report, unsafe speed was a contributing factor. One 22-year-old female passenger was ejected and killed. Multiple others, including drivers and passengers, suffered injuries ranging from internal trauma to fractures and pain. Several occupants were ejected from vehicles. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the cause. No other contributing factors are named. The toll: one dead, many hurt, all marked by the force of speed and steel.
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
-
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
Aug 13 - A driver struck a man crossing 155th Street near JFK. The car sped off. Medics rushed the victim to the hospital. He died. Police searched for footage. No arrests. The street stayed silent.
NY Daily News (2025-08-13) reports a 52-year-old man was killed crossing 155th St. at South Conduit Ave. near JFK Airport around 2:30 a.m. The driver hit the man and fled. Police said, "The driver sped off without stopping. No arrests have been made." Officers searched for surveillance footage to identify the vehicle. The article notes 68 pedestrians have died in city crashes this year. The hit-and-run highlights ongoing dangers for those on foot and the challenge of holding drivers accountable.
- Queens Hit-And-Run Kills Pedestrian Near JFK, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-13
12
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two▸Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
-
Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-12
11
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock▸Aug 11 - A car thief fled cops, leaping into the Atlantic. Officers dove in, fought him in the water, and dragged him to shore. The chase began with a stolen sedan, ended in cold surf, cuffs snapping shut.
NY Daily News (2025-08-11) reports a car thief jumped into the Atlantic off Far Rockaway after police caught him with a stolen Honda. The suspect, Matthew Swafford, used a stolen North Carolina plate. Officers pursued him into the water, as shown in NYPD video. Detective Demerest called, 'Take my belt!' before diving in. Swafford was charged with possession of stolen property and other offenses. The incident highlights risks when suspects flee in stolen vehicles, raising questions about pursuit protocols and the dangers posed by car theft in dense urban areas.
-
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-11
7
Ariola Backs Harmful Creedmoor Density Rollback▸Aug 7 - Queens leaders kill Creedmoor’s car-free dream. The city bows to drivers. Walkers and cyclists lose. Streets stay hostile. Safety gains vanish. The promise of a people-first neighborhood dies.
On August 7, 2025, Eastern Queens Greenway condemned the city’s decision to scale back the Creedmoor redevelopment. The plan, once a bold vision for a car-free, walkable neighborhood, was gutted after pressure from local politicians like Assembly Member Ed Braunstein and Council Member Joann Ariola. The original proposal called for 2,775 homes and limited parking. Now, density drops by 27 percent. Empire State Development claims compromise, but the statement is aspirational and lacks concrete safety measures for pedestrians or cyclists. Vulnerable road users remain exposed. The city missed its chance.
-
NYC Could Have Its First Car-Free Neighborhood (But Won’t Get It Due To Revanchist Pols),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
5
Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead▸Aug 5 - Three crashes. Two dead. A teen fights for life. Metal twisted. Bodies thrown. Streets stained. Drivers lost control. System failed to protect.
Gothamist (2025-08-05) reports three early-morning crashes in New York City. A driver lost control on the Belt Parkway, flipping his car and dying. In Staten Island, an MTA bus struck a 13-year-old on a scooter, leaving him in critical condition. In Brooklyn, a car hit a moped, killing the rider; the driver was taken into custody. Police said, 'Criminal charges for him were still pending.' Investigations continue. The incidents highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and the deadly consequences of driver error and street design.
-
Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-05
3
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes▸Aug 3 - A driver struck an e-bike rider in Queens. A scooter rider crashed in Brooklyn. Both died. Streets claimed them. Police investigate. Lives ended fast. Metal and speed left no room for error.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports two fatal e-vehicle crashes. On July 31, a 62-year-old Nissan Rogue driver hit Zhao Feng Zhen, 55, on Hollis Court Blvd in Queens. The driver remained at the scene; police continue to investigate. On July 12, Eusebio Quinones, 60, lost control of his electric scooter on Union Ave in Brooklyn and died from his injuries days later. The article notes, 'police are still investigating the crash.' These deaths highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users on city streets.
-
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
1
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street▸Aug 1 - A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man on 101st Street. The driver sped off after an encounter at the window. Police found the victim with severe trauma. He died at Jamaica Hospital.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-01), a 23-year-old man died after being run over on 101st Street and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. The article reports, "Sonalall approached the driver's side window and flashed what appeared to be a gun, startling the motorist, who then drove off, striking Sonalall." The Queens District Attorney's Office did not charge the driver, citing fear for his life. The incident highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used in moments of conflict. No charges were filed, raising questions about how self-defense is interpreted in car-related deaths.
-
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-01
29
SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian at 157 Ave▸Jul 29 - A driver in an SUV hit a 48-year-old man crossing 157 Ave at an intersection in Queens. The impact fractured his leg. Police recorded aggressive driving and traffic control disregarded. He was conscious at the scene.
An SUV driver struck a 48-year-old man who was crossing at the intersection of 157 Ave in Queens. The pedestrian suffered a fractured knee and lower-leg injury and remained conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the driver engaged in "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" and "Traffic Control Disregarded." Police recorded the vehicle's pre-crash action as going straight ahead and the point of impact as the left front bumper, with damage to the left front bumper. The report lists no other contributing factors.
23
Unsafe Lane Changes on Belt Parkway Injure Drivers▸Jul 23 - Drivers merged westbound on Belt Parkway at Exit 17 West. Multiple unsafe lane changes triggered a crash. Two women drivers suffered whiplash. Two SUVs and a sedan were damaged.
According to the police report, drivers merged westbound on Belt Parkway Exit 17 West when multiple vehicles executed unsafe lane changes. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The collision involved two SUVs and a sedan. Two women drivers were injured: a 27-year-old with a neck injury and whiplash, and a 66-year-old with a back injury and whiplash. Both occupants were conscious and not ejected. Damage was reported to left front bumper and right front quarter panels. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
12
Distracted SUV Driver Injures Teen Cyclist in Queens▸Jul 12 - A 13-year-old on an e-bike struck by SUV on 163 Ave. Driver inattention and inexperience listed. Teen suffered crush injuries. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A 13-year-old bicyclist was injured when an SUV and an e-bike collided on 163 Ave near Cross Bay Blvd in Queens. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The teen cyclist suffered crush injuries to the entire body. The SUV was stopped in traffic before impact. The police report lists no contributing factors for the cyclist. The crash highlights the danger faced by young riders on city streets when drivers are inattentive or inexperienced.
12
SUV and Sedan Collide on North Conduit Ave▸Jul 12 - Two cars turned right. Metal struck metal. One driver hurt in the abdomen. Police cite following too closely and distraction. Streets in Queens stay dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided while both made right turns on North Conduit Avenue in Queens. One driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered abdominal injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person injured and others shaken. The report highlights driver errors as key causes.
9
E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens▸Jul 9 - A battery exploded. Fire roared. Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, was trapped in smoke and flame inside a Queens pizzeria. She died from her burns. Lithium-ion danger struck again. Four others escaped.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-09), Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, died after an e-bike battery exploded inside Singas Famous Pizzeria in Flushing, Queens. The FDNY described a 'blowtorch effect' that trapped Cheung as she tried to escape the bathroom. The article notes, 'These fires are treacherous. They move very quickly.' This was the first fatal lithium-ion battery fire in NYC for 2025, with officials citing a rising trend in such incidents. The battery was stored outside the bathroom, highlighting risks of indoor storage and the need for stronger safety measures.
-
E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-09
7
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway▸Jul 7 - BMW hit divider, flew across highway, struck two cars. Fire followed. Two young lives ended. Others hurt. Concrete, speed, and steel left scars in Queens dawn.
NY Daily News (2025-07-07) reports a BMW crashed into a concrete divider on Queens' Belt Parkway, then vaulted over the highway, hitting two vehicles. The BMW caught fire. Driver Noah Thompson, 24, and passenger Jewel Perez, 22, died after hospital transport. Three other BMW passengers and two other drivers survived with minor or stable injuries. Police noted, "No one in the BMW was wearing a seat belt." Authorities sought a warrant to test the driver's blood for alcohol. The crash highlights high-speed risks and the dangers of divided highways.
-
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
5
Deadly High-Speed Crash Ejects Passengers on Belt Parkway▸Jul 5 - A sedan and two SUVs collided at unsafe speed on Belt Parkway. One passenger killed, several ejected and injured. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
A violent crash on Belt Parkway involved a sedan and two SUVs. According to the police report, unsafe speed was a contributing factor. One 22-year-old female passenger was ejected and killed. Multiple others, including drivers and passengers, suffered injuries ranging from internal trauma to fractures and pain. Several occupants were ejected from vehicles. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the cause. No other contributing factors are named. The toll: one dead, many hurt, all marked by the force of speed and steel.
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
Aug 12 - A car tore through an Astoria intersection. It struck a food truck. Two men died on the sidewalk. The driver died too. Metal, flesh, coffee, blood. The street swallowed them. It happened fast. No one stood a chance.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-12), an 84-year-old driver sped through 42nd Street and 19th Avenue in Astoria, Queens, crashing into a food truck and killing two customers and himself. Surveillance showed the car "going about 60 miles an hour" before impact. The article quotes a witness: "Someone screamed really loudly, and I just had stepped back, like right up to the sidewalk." The force severed a victim's foot. The crash highlights the lethal risk when drivers lose control at high speed in pedestrian zones. No charges were filed; the driver died at the scene.
- Speeding Car Slams Food Truck, Kills Two, New York Post, Published 2025-08-12
11
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock▸Aug 11 - A car thief fled cops, leaping into the Atlantic. Officers dove in, fought him in the water, and dragged him to shore. The chase began with a stolen sedan, ended in cold surf, cuffs snapping shut.
NY Daily News (2025-08-11) reports a car thief jumped into the Atlantic off Far Rockaway after police caught him with a stolen Honda. The suspect, Matthew Swafford, used a stolen North Carolina plate. Officers pursued him into the water, as shown in NYPD video. Detective Demerest called, 'Take my belt!' before diving in. Swafford was charged with possession of stolen property and other offenses. The incident highlights risks when suspects flee in stolen vehicles, raising questions about pursuit protocols and the dangers posed by car theft in dense urban areas.
-
Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-11
7
Ariola Backs Harmful Creedmoor Density Rollback▸Aug 7 - Queens leaders kill Creedmoor’s car-free dream. The city bows to drivers. Walkers and cyclists lose. Streets stay hostile. Safety gains vanish. The promise of a people-first neighborhood dies.
On August 7, 2025, Eastern Queens Greenway condemned the city’s decision to scale back the Creedmoor redevelopment. The plan, once a bold vision for a car-free, walkable neighborhood, was gutted after pressure from local politicians like Assembly Member Ed Braunstein and Council Member Joann Ariola. The original proposal called for 2,775 homes and limited parking. Now, density drops by 27 percent. Empire State Development claims compromise, but the statement is aspirational and lacks concrete safety measures for pedestrians or cyclists. Vulnerable road users remain exposed. The city missed its chance.
-
NYC Could Have Its First Car-Free Neighborhood (But Won’t Get It Due To Revanchist Pols),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
5
Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead▸Aug 5 - Three crashes. Two dead. A teen fights for life. Metal twisted. Bodies thrown. Streets stained. Drivers lost control. System failed to protect.
Gothamist (2025-08-05) reports three early-morning crashes in New York City. A driver lost control on the Belt Parkway, flipping his car and dying. In Staten Island, an MTA bus struck a 13-year-old on a scooter, leaving him in critical condition. In Brooklyn, a car hit a moped, killing the rider; the driver was taken into custody. Police said, 'Criminal charges for him were still pending.' Investigations continue. The incidents highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and the deadly consequences of driver error and street design.
-
Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-05
3
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes▸Aug 3 - A driver struck an e-bike rider in Queens. A scooter rider crashed in Brooklyn. Both died. Streets claimed them. Police investigate. Lives ended fast. Metal and speed left no room for error.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports two fatal e-vehicle crashes. On July 31, a 62-year-old Nissan Rogue driver hit Zhao Feng Zhen, 55, on Hollis Court Blvd in Queens. The driver remained at the scene; police continue to investigate. On July 12, Eusebio Quinones, 60, lost control of his electric scooter on Union Ave in Brooklyn and died from his injuries days later. The article notes, 'police are still investigating the crash.' These deaths highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users on city streets.
-
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
1
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street▸Aug 1 - A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man on 101st Street. The driver sped off after an encounter at the window. Police found the victim with severe trauma. He died at Jamaica Hospital.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-01), a 23-year-old man died after being run over on 101st Street and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. The article reports, "Sonalall approached the driver's side window and flashed what appeared to be a gun, startling the motorist, who then drove off, striking Sonalall." The Queens District Attorney's Office did not charge the driver, citing fear for his life. The incident highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used in moments of conflict. No charges were filed, raising questions about how self-defense is interpreted in car-related deaths.
-
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-01
29
SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian at 157 Ave▸Jul 29 - A driver in an SUV hit a 48-year-old man crossing 157 Ave at an intersection in Queens. The impact fractured his leg. Police recorded aggressive driving and traffic control disregarded. He was conscious at the scene.
An SUV driver struck a 48-year-old man who was crossing at the intersection of 157 Ave in Queens. The pedestrian suffered a fractured knee and lower-leg injury and remained conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the driver engaged in "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" and "Traffic Control Disregarded." Police recorded the vehicle's pre-crash action as going straight ahead and the point of impact as the left front bumper, with damage to the left front bumper. The report lists no other contributing factors.
23
Unsafe Lane Changes on Belt Parkway Injure Drivers▸Jul 23 - Drivers merged westbound on Belt Parkway at Exit 17 West. Multiple unsafe lane changes triggered a crash. Two women drivers suffered whiplash. Two SUVs and a sedan were damaged.
According to the police report, drivers merged westbound on Belt Parkway Exit 17 West when multiple vehicles executed unsafe lane changes. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The collision involved two SUVs and a sedan. Two women drivers were injured: a 27-year-old with a neck injury and whiplash, and a 66-year-old with a back injury and whiplash. Both occupants were conscious and not ejected. Damage was reported to left front bumper and right front quarter panels. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
12
Distracted SUV Driver Injures Teen Cyclist in Queens▸Jul 12 - A 13-year-old on an e-bike struck by SUV on 163 Ave. Driver inattention and inexperience listed. Teen suffered crush injuries. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A 13-year-old bicyclist was injured when an SUV and an e-bike collided on 163 Ave near Cross Bay Blvd in Queens. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The teen cyclist suffered crush injuries to the entire body. The SUV was stopped in traffic before impact. The police report lists no contributing factors for the cyclist. The crash highlights the danger faced by young riders on city streets when drivers are inattentive or inexperienced.
12
SUV and Sedan Collide on North Conduit Ave▸Jul 12 - Two cars turned right. Metal struck metal. One driver hurt in the abdomen. Police cite following too closely and distraction. Streets in Queens stay dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided while both made right turns on North Conduit Avenue in Queens. One driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered abdominal injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person injured and others shaken. The report highlights driver errors as key causes.
9
E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens▸Jul 9 - A battery exploded. Fire roared. Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, was trapped in smoke and flame inside a Queens pizzeria. She died from her burns. Lithium-ion danger struck again. Four others escaped.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-09), Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, died after an e-bike battery exploded inside Singas Famous Pizzeria in Flushing, Queens. The FDNY described a 'blowtorch effect' that trapped Cheung as she tried to escape the bathroom. The article notes, 'These fires are treacherous. They move very quickly.' This was the first fatal lithium-ion battery fire in NYC for 2025, with officials citing a rising trend in such incidents. The battery was stored outside the bathroom, highlighting risks of indoor storage and the need for stronger safety measures.
-
E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-09
7
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway▸Jul 7 - BMW hit divider, flew across highway, struck two cars. Fire followed. Two young lives ended. Others hurt. Concrete, speed, and steel left scars in Queens dawn.
NY Daily News (2025-07-07) reports a BMW crashed into a concrete divider on Queens' Belt Parkway, then vaulted over the highway, hitting two vehicles. The BMW caught fire. Driver Noah Thompson, 24, and passenger Jewel Perez, 22, died after hospital transport. Three other BMW passengers and two other drivers survived with minor or stable injuries. Police noted, "No one in the BMW was wearing a seat belt." Authorities sought a warrant to test the driver's blood for alcohol. The crash highlights high-speed risks and the dangers of divided highways.
-
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
5
Deadly High-Speed Crash Ejects Passengers on Belt Parkway▸Jul 5 - A sedan and two SUVs collided at unsafe speed on Belt Parkway. One passenger killed, several ejected and injured. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
A violent crash on Belt Parkway involved a sedan and two SUVs. According to the police report, unsafe speed was a contributing factor. One 22-year-old female passenger was ejected and killed. Multiple others, including drivers and passengers, suffered injuries ranging from internal trauma to fractures and pain. Several occupants were ejected from vehicles. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the cause. No other contributing factors are named. The toll: one dead, many hurt, all marked by the force of speed and steel.
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
-
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
Aug 11 - A car thief fled cops, leaping into the Atlantic. Officers dove in, fought him in the water, and dragged him to shore. The chase began with a stolen sedan, ended in cold surf, cuffs snapping shut.
NY Daily News (2025-08-11) reports a car thief jumped into the Atlantic off Far Rockaway after police caught him with a stolen Honda. The suspect, Matthew Swafford, used a stolen North Carolina plate. Officers pursued him into the water, as shown in NYPD video. Detective Demerest called, 'Take my belt!' before diving in. Swafford was charged with possession of stolen property and other offenses. The incident highlights risks when suspects flee in stolen vehicles, raising questions about pursuit protocols and the dangers posed by car theft in dense urban areas.
- Car Thief Jumps Far Rockaway Dock, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-11
7
Ariola Backs Harmful Creedmoor Density Rollback▸Aug 7 - Queens leaders kill Creedmoor’s car-free dream. The city bows to drivers. Walkers and cyclists lose. Streets stay hostile. Safety gains vanish. The promise of a people-first neighborhood dies.
On August 7, 2025, Eastern Queens Greenway condemned the city’s decision to scale back the Creedmoor redevelopment. The plan, once a bold vision for a car-free, walkable neighborhood, was gutted after pressure from local politicians like Assembly Member Ed Braunstein and Council Member Joann Ariola. The original proposal called for 2,775 homes and limited parking. Now, density drops by 27 percent. Empire State Development claims compromise, but the statement is aspirational and lacks concrete safety measures for pedestrians or cyclists. Vulnerable road users remain exposed. The city missed its chance.
-
NYC Could Have Its First Car-Free Neighborhood (But Won’t Get It Due To Revanchist Pols),
Streetsblog NYC,
Published 2025-08-07
5
Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead▸Aug 5 - Three crashes. Two dead. A teen fights for life. Metal twisted. Bodies thrown. Streets stained. Drivers lost control. System failed to protect.
Gothamist (2025-08-05) reports three early-morning crashes in New York City. A driver lost control on the Belt Parkway, flipping his car and dying. In Staten Island, an MTA bus struck a 13-year-old on a scooter, leaving him in critical condition. In Brooklyn, a car hit a moped, killing the rider; the driver was taken into custody. Police said, 'Criminal charges for him were still pending.' Investigations continue. The incidents highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and the deadly consequences of driver error and street design.
-
Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-05
3
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes▸Aug 3 - A driver struck an e-bike rider in Queens. A scooter rider crashed in Brooklyn. Both died. Streets claimed them. Police investigate. Lives ended fast. Metal and speed left no room for error.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports two fatal e-vehicle crashes. On July 31, a 62-year-old Nissan Rogue driver hit Zhao Feng Zhen, 55, on Hollis Court Blvd in Queens. The driver remained at the scene; police continue to investigate. On July 12, Eusebio Quinones, 60, lost control of his electric scooter on Union Ave in Brooklyn and died from his injuries days later. The article notes, 'police are still investigating the crash.' These deaths highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users on city streets.
-
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
1
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street▸Aug 1 - A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man on 101st Street. The driver sped off after an encounter at the window. Police found the victim with severe trauma. He died at Jamaica Hospital.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-01), a 23-year-old man died after being run over on 101st Street and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. The article reports, "Sonalall approached the driver's side window and flashed what appeared to be a gun, startling the motorist, who then drove off, striking Sonalall." The Queens District Attorney's Office did not charge the driver, citing fear for his life. The incident highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used in moments of conflict. No charges were filed, raising questions about how self-defense is interpreted in car-related deaths.
-
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-01
29
SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian at 157 Ave▸Jul 29 - A driver in an SUV hit a 48-year-old man crossing 157 Ave at an intersection in Queens. The impact fractured his leg. Police recorded aggressive driving and traffic control disregarded. He was conscious at the scene.
An SUV driver struck a 48-year-old man who was crossing at the intersection of 157 Ave in Queens. The pedestrian suffered a fractured knee and lower-leg injury and remained conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the driver engaged in "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" and "Traffic Control Disregarded." Police recorded the vehicle's pre-crash action as going straight ahead and the point of impact as the left front bumper, with damage to the left front bumper. The report lists no other contributing factors.
23
Unsafe Lane Changes on Belt Parkway Injure Drivers▸Jul 23 - Drivers merged westbound on Belt Parkway at Exit 17 West. Multiple unsafe lane changes triggered a crash. Two women drivers suffered whiplash. Two SUVs and a sedan were damaged.
According to the police report, drivers merged westbound on Belt Parkway Exit 17 West when multiple vehicles executed unsafe lane changes. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The collision involved two SUVs and a sedan. Two women drivers were injured: a 27-year-old with a neck injury and whiplash, and a 66-year-old with a back injury and whiplash. Both occupants were conscious and not ejected. Damage was reported to left front bumper and right front quarter panels. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
12
Distracted SUV Driver Injures Teen Cyclist in Queens▸Jul 12 - A 13-year-old on an e-bike struck by SUV on 163 Ave. Driver inattention and inexperience listed. Teen suffered crush injuries. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A 13-year-old bicyclist was injured when an SUV and an e-bike collided on 163 Ave near Cross Bay Blvd in Queens. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The teen cyclist suffered crush injuries to the entire body. The SUV was stopped in traffic before impact. The police report lists no contributing factors for the cyclist. The crash highlights the danger faced by young riders on city streets when drivers are inattentive or inexperienced.
12
SUV and Sedan Collide on North Conduit Ave▸Jul 12 - Two cars turned right. Metal struck metal. One driver hurt in the abdomen. Police cite following too closely and distraction. Streets in Queens stay dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided while both made right turns on North Conduit Avenue in Queens. One driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered abdominal injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person injured and others shaken. The report highlights driver errors as key causes.
9
E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens▸Jul 9 - A battery exploded. Fire roared. Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, was trapped in smoke and flame inside a Queens pizzeria. She died from her burns. Lithium-ion danger struck again. Four others escaped.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-09), Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, died after an e-bike battery exploded inside Singas Famous Pizzeria in Flushing, Queens. The FDNY described a 'blowtorch effect' that trapped Cheung as she tried to escape the bathroom. The article notes, 'These fires are treacherous. They move very quickly.' This was the first fatal lithium-ion battery fire in NYC for 2025, with officials citing a rising trend in such incidents. The battery was stored outside the bathroom, highlighting risks of indoor storage and the need for stronger safety measures.
-
E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-09
7
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway▸Jul 7 - BMW hit divider, flew across highway, struck two cars. Fire followed. Two young lives ended. Others hurt. Concrete, speed, and steel left scars in Queens dawn.
NY Daily News (2025-07-07) reports a BMW crashed into a concrete divider on Queens' Belt Parkway, then vaulted over the highway, hitting two vehicles. The BMW caught fire. Driver Noah Thompson, 24, and passenger Jewel Perez, 22, died after hospital transport. Three other BMW passengers and two other drivers survived with minor or stable injuries. Police noted, "No one in the BMW was wearing a seat belt." Authorities sought a warrant to test the driver's blood for alcohol. The crash highlights high-speed risks and the dangers of divided highways.
-
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
5
Deadly High-Speed Crash Ejects Passengers on Belt Parkway▸Jul 5 - A sedan and two SUVs collided at unsafe speed on Belt Parkway. One passenger killed, several ejected and injured. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
A violent crash on Belt Parkway involved a sedan and two SUVs. According to the police report, unsafe speed was a contributing factor. One 22-year-old female passenger was ejected and killed. Multiple others, including drivers and passengers, suffered injuries ranging from internal trauma to fractures and pain. Several occupants were ejected from vehicles. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the cause. No other contributing factors are named. The toll: one dead, many hurt, all marked by the force of speed and steel.
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
-
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
Aug 7 - Queens leaders kill Creedmoor’s car-free dream. The city bows to drivers. Walkers and cyclists lose. Streets stay hostile. Safety gains vanish. The promise of a people-first neighborhood dies.
On August 7, 2025, Eastern Queens Greenway condemned the city’s decision to scale back the Creedmoor redevelopment. The plan, once a bold vision for a car-free, walkable neighborhood, was gutted after pressure from local politicians like Assembly Member Ed Braunstein and Council Member Joann Ariola. The original proposal called for 2,775 homes and limited parking. Now, density drops by 27 percent. Empire State Development claims compromise, but the statement is aspirational and lacks concrete safety measures for pedestrians or cyclists. Vulnerable road users remain exposed. The city missed its chance.
- NYC Could Have Its First Car-Free Neighborhood (But Won’t Get It Due To Revanchist Pols), Streetsblog NYC, Published 2025-08-07
5
Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead▸Aug 5 - Three crashes. Two dead. A teen fights for life. Metal twisted. Bodies thrown. Streets stained. Drivers lost control. System failed to protect.
Gothamist (2025-08-05) reports three early-morning crashes in New York City. A driver lost control on the Belt Parkway, flipping his car and dying. In Staten Island, an MTA bus struck a 13-year-old on a scooter, leaving him in critical condition. In Brooklyn, a car hit a moped, killing the rider; the driver was taken into custody. Police said, 'Criminal charges for him were still pending.' Investigations continue. The incidents highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and the deadly consequences of driver error and street design.
-
Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead,
Gothamist,
Published 2025-08-05
3
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes▸Aug 3 - A driver struck an e-bike rider in Queens. A scooter rider crashed in Brooklyn. Both died. Streets claimed them. Police investigate. Lives ended fast. Metal and speed left no room for error.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports two fatal e-vehicle crashes. On July 31, a 62-year-old Nissan Rogue driver hit Zhao Feng Zhen, 55, on Hollis Court Blvd in Queens. The driver remained at the scene; police continue to investigate. On July 12, Eusebio Quinones, 60, lost control of his electric scooter on Union Ave in Brooklyn and died from his injuries days later. The article notes, 'police are still investigating the crash.' These deaths highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users on city streets.
-
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
1
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street▸Aug 1 - A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man on 101st Street. The driver sped off after an encounter at the window. Police found the victim with severe trauma. He died at Jamaica Hospital.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-01), a 23-year-old man died after being run over on 101st Street and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. The article reports, "Sonalall approached the driver's side window and flashed what appeared to be a gun, startling the motorist, who then drove off, striking Sonalall." The Queens District Attorney's Office did not charge the driver, citing fear for his life. The incident highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used in moments of conflict. No charges were filed, raising questions about how self-defense is interpreted in car-related deaths.
-
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-01
29
SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian at 157 Ave▸Jul 29 - A driver in an SUV hit a 48-year-old man crossing 157 Ave at an intersection in Queens. The impact fractured his leg. Police recorded aggressive driving and traffic control disregarded. He was conscious at the scene.
An SUV driver struck a 48-year-old man who was crossing at the intersection of 157 Ave in Queens. The pedestrian suffered a fractured knee and lower-leg injury and remained conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the driver engaged in "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" and "Traffic Control Disregarded." Police recorded the vehicle's pre-crash action as going straight ahead and the point of impact as the left front bumper, with damage to the left front bumper. The report lists no other contributing factors.
23
Unsafe Lane Changes on Belt Parkway Injure Drivers▸Jul 23 - Drivers merged westbound on Belt Parkway at Exit 17 West. Multiple unsafe lane changes triggered a crash. Two women drivers suffered whiplash. Two SUVs and a sedan were damaged.
According to the police report, drivers merged westbound on Belt Parkway Exit 17 West when multiple vehicles executed unsafe lane changes. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The collision involved two SUVs and a sedan. Two women drivers were injured: a 27-year-old with a neck injury and whiplash, and a 66-year-old with a back injury and whiplash. Both occupants were conscious and not ejected. Damage was reported to left front bumper and right front quarter panels. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
12
Distracted SUV Driver Injures Teen Cyclist in Queens▸Jul 12 - A 13-year-old on an e-bike struck by SUV on 163 Ave. Driver inattention and inexperience listed. Teen suffered crush injuries. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A 13-year-old bicyclist was injured when an SUV and an e-bike collided on 163 Ave near Cross Bay Blvd in Queens. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The teen cyclist suffered crush injuries to the entire body. The SUV was stopped in traffic before impact. The police report lists no contributing factors for the cyclist. The crash highlights the danger faced by young riders on city streets when drivers are inattentive or inexperienced.
12
SUV and Sedan Collide on North Conduit Ave▸Jul 12 - Two cars turned right. Metal struck metal. One driver hurt in the abdomen. Police cite following too closely and distraction. Streets in Queens stay dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided while both made right turns on North Conduit Avenue in Queens. One driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered abdominal injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person injured and others shaken. The report highlights driver errors as key causes.
9
E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens▸Jul 9 - A battery exploded. Fire roared. Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, was trapped in smoke and flame inside a Queens pizzeria. She died from her burns. Lithium-ion danger struck again. Four others escaped.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-09), Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, died after an e-bike battery exploded inside Singas Famous Pizzeria in Flushing, Queens. The FDNY described a 'blowtorch effect' that trapped Cheung as she tried to escape the bathroom. The article notes, 'These fires are treacherous. They move very quickly.' This was the first fatal lithium-ion battery fire in NYC for 2025, with officials citing a rising trend in such incidents. The battery was stored outside the bathroom, highlighting risks of indoor storage and the need for stronger safety measures.
-
E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-09
7
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway▸Jul 7 - BMW hit divider, flew across highway, struck two cars. Fire followed. Two young lives ended. Others hurt. Concrete, speed, and steel left scars in Queens dawn.
NY Daily News (2025-07-07) reports a BMW crashed into a concrete divider on Queens' Belt Parkway, then vaulted over the highway, hitting two vehicles. The BMW caught fire. Driver Noah Thompson, 24, and passenger Jewel Perez, 22, died after hospital transport. Three other BMW passengers and two other drivers survived with minor or stable injuries. Police noted, "No one in the BMW was wearing a seat belt." Authorities sought a warrant to test the driver's blood for alcohol. The crash highlights high-speed risks and the dangers of divided highways.
-
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
5
Deadly High-Speed Crash Ejects Passengers on Belt Parkway▸Jul 5 - A sedan and two SUVs collided at unsafe speed on Belt Parkway. One passenger killed, several ejected and injured. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
A violent crash on Belt Parkway involved a sedan and two SUVs. According to the police report, unsafe speed was a contributing factor. One 22-year-old female passenger was ejected and killed. Multiple others, including drivers and passengers, suffered injuries ranging from internal trauma to fractures and pain. Several occupants were ejected from vehicles. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the cause. No other contributing factors are named. The toll: one dead, many hurt, all marked by the force of speed and steel.
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
Aug 5 - Three crashes. Two dead. A teen fights for life. Metal twisted. Bodies thrown. Streets stained. Drivers lost control. System failed to protect.
Gothamist (2025-08-05) reports three early-morning crashes in New York City. A driver lost control on the Belt Parkway, flipping his car and dying. In Staten Island, an MTA bus struck a 13-year-old on a scooter, leaving him in critical condition. In Brooklyn, a car hit a moped, killing the rider; the driver was taken into custody. Police said, 'Criminal charges for him were still pending.' Investigations continue. The incidents highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users and the deadly consequences of driver error and street design.
- Three NYC Crashes Leave Two Dead, Gothamist, Published 2025-08-05
3
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes▸Aug 3 - A driver struck an e-bike rider in Queens. A scooter rider crashed in Brooklyn. Both died. Streets claimed them. Police investigate. Lives ended fast. Metal and speed left no room for error.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports two fatal e-vehicle crashes. On July 31, a 62-year-old Nissan Rogue driver hit Zhao Feng Zhen, 55, on Hollis Court Blvd in Queens. The driver remained at the scene; police continue to investigate. On July 12, Eusebio Quinones, 60, lost control of his electric scooter on Union Ave in Brooklyn and died from his injuries days later. The article notes, 'police are still investigating the crash.' These deaths highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users on city streets.
-
Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-08-03
1
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street▸Aug 1 - A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man on 101st Street. The driver sped off after an encounter at the window. Police found the victim with severe trauma. He died at Jamaica Hospital.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-01), a 23-year-old man died after being run over on 101st Street and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. The article reports, "Sonalall approached the driver's side window and flashed what appeared to be a gun, startling the motorist, who then drove off, striking Sonalall." The Queens District Attorney's Office did not charge the driver, citing fear for his life. The incident highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used in moments of conflict. No charges were filed, raising questions about how self-defense is interpreted in car-related deaths.
-
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-01
29
SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian at 157 Ave▸Jul 29 - A driver in an SUV hit a 48-year-old man crossing 157 Ave at an intersection in Queens. The impact fractured his leg. Police recorded aggressive driving and traffic control disregarded. He was conscious at the scene.
An SUV driver struck a 48-year-old man who was crossing at the intersection of 157 Ave in Queens. The pedestrian suffered a fractured knee and lower-leg injury and remained conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the driver engaged in "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" and "Traffic Control Disregarded." Police recorded the vehicle's pre-crash action as going straight ahead and the point of impact as the left front bumper, with damage to the left front bumper. The report lists no other contributing factors.
23
Unsafe Lane Changes on Belt Parkway Injure Drivers▸Jul 23 - Drivers merged westbound on Belt Parkway at Exit 17 West. Multiple unsafe lane changes triggered a crash. Two women drivers suffered whiplash. Two SUVs and a sedan were damaged.
According to the police report, drivers merged westbound on Belt Parkway Exit 17 West when multiple vehicles executed unsafe lane changes. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The collision involved two SUVs and a sedan. Two women drivers were injured: a 27-year-old with a neck injury and whiplash, and a 66-year-old with a back injury and whiplash. Both occupants were conscious and not ejected. Damage was reported to left front bumper and right front quarter panels. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
12
Distracted SUV Driver Injures Teen Cyclist in Queens▸Jul 12 - A 13-year-old on an e-bike struck by SUV on 163 Ave. Driver inattention and inexperience listed. Teen suffered crush injuries. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A 13-year-old bicyclist was injured when an SUV and an e-bike collided on 163 Ave near Cross Bay Blvd in Queens. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The teen cyclist suffered crush injuries to the entire body. The SUV was stopped in traffic before impact. The police report lists no contributing factors for the cyclist. The crash highlights the danger faced by young riders on city streets when drivers are inattentive or inexperienced.
12
SUV and Sedan Collide on North Conduit Ave▸Jul 12 - Two cars turned right. Metal struck metal. One driver hurt in the abdomen. Police cite following too closely and distraction. Streets in Queens stay dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided while both made right turns on North Conduit Avenue in Queens. One driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered abdominal injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person injured and others shaken. The report highlights driver errors as key causes.
9
E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens▸Jul 9 - A battery exploded. Fire roared. Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, was trapped in smoke and flame inside a Queens pizzeria. She died from her burns. Lithium-ion danger struck again. Four others escaped.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-09), Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, died after an e-bike battery exploded inside Singas Famous Pizzeria in Flushing, Queens. The FDNY described a 'blowtorch effect' that trapped Cheung as she tried to escape the bathroom. The article notes, 'These fires are treacherous. They move very quickly.' This was the first fatal lithium-ion battery fire in NYC for 2025, with officials citing a rising trend in such incidents. The battery was stored outside the bathroom, highlighting risks of indoor storage and the need for stronger safety measures.
-
E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-09
7
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway▸Jul 7 - BMW hit divider, flew across highway, struck two cars. Fire followed. Two young lives ended. Others hurt. Concrete, speed, and steel left scars in Queens dawn.
NY Daily News (2025-07-07) reports a BMW crashed into a concrete divider on Queens' Belt Parkway, then vaulted over the highway, hitting two vehicles. The BMW caught fire. Driver Noah Thompson, 24, and passenger Jewel Perez, 22, died after hospital transport. Three other BMW passengers and two other drivers survived with minor or stable injuries. Police noted, "No one in the BMW was wearing a seat belt." Authorities sought a warrant to test the driver's blood for alcohol. The crash highlights high-speed risks and the dangers of divided highways.
-
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
5
Deadly High-Speed Crash Ejects Passengers on Belt Parkway▸Jul 5 - A sedan and two SUVs collided at unsafe speed on Belt Parkway. One passenger killed, several ejected and injured. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
A violent crash on Belt Parkway involved a sedan and two SUVs. According to the police report, unsafe speed was a contributing factor. One 22-year-old female passenger was ejected and killed. Multiple others, including drivers and passengers, suffered injuries ranging from internal trauma to fractures and pain. Several occupants were ejected from vehicles. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the cause. No other contributing factors are named. The toll: one dead, many hurt, all marked by the force of speed and steel.
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
Aug 3 - A driver struck an e-bike rider in Queens. A scooter rider crashed in Brooklyn. Both died. Streets claimed them. Police investigate. Lives ended fast. Metal and speed left no room for error.
NY Daily News (2025-08-03) reports two fatal e-vehicle crashes. On July 31, a 62-year-old Nissan Rogue driver hit Zhao Feng Zhen, 55, on Hollis Court Blvd in Queens. The driver remained at the scene; police continue to investigate. On July 12, Eusebio Quinones, 60, lost control of his electric scooter on Union Ave in Brooklyn and died from his injuries days later. The article notes, 'police are still investigating the crash.' These deaths highlight ongoing risks for vulnerable road users on city streets.
- Two Killed In Separate E-Vehicle Crashes, NY Daily News, Published 2025-08-03
1
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street▸Aug 1 - A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man on 101st Street. The driver sped off after an encounter at the window. Police found the victim with severe trauma. He died at Jamaica Hospital.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-01), a 23-year-old man died after being run over on 101st Street and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. The article reports, "Sonalall approached the driver's side window and flashed what appeared to be a gun, startling the motorist, who then drove off, striking Sonalall." The Queens District Attorney's Office did not charge the driver, citing fear for his life. The incident highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used in moments of conflict. No charges were filed, raising questions about how self-defense is interpreted in car-related deaths.
-
Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street,
New York Post,
Published 2025-08-01
29
SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian at 157 Ave▸Jul 29 - A driver in an SUV hit a 48-year-old man crossing 157 Ave at an intersection in Queens. The impact fractured his leg. Police recorded aggressive driving and traffic control disregarded. He was conscious at the scene.
An SUV driver struck a 48-year-old man who was crossing at the intersection of 157 Ave in Queens. The pedestrian suffered a fractured knee and lower-leg injury and remained conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the driver engaged in "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" and "Traffic Control Disregarded." Police recorded the vehicle's pre-crash action as going straight ahead and the point of impact as the left front bumper, with damage to the left front bumper. The report lists no other contributing factors.
23
Unsafe Lane Changes on Belt Parkway Injure Drivers▸Jul 23 - Drivers merged westbound on Belt Parkway at Exit 17 West. Multiple unsafe lane changes triggered a crash. Two women drivers suffered whiplash. Two SUVs and a sedan were damaged.
According to the police report, drivers merged westbound on Belt Parkway Exit 17 West when multiple vehicles executed unsafe lane changes. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The collision involved two SUVs and a sedan. Two women drivers were injured: a 27-year-old with a neck injury and whiplash, and a 66-year-old with a back injury and whiplash. Both occupants were conscious and not ejected. Damage was reported to left front bumper and right front quarter panels. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
12
Distracted SUV Driver Injures Teen Cyclist in Queens▸Jul 12 - A 13-year-old on an e-bike struck by SUV on 163 Ave. Driver inattention and inexperience listed. Teen suffered crush injuries. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A 13-year-old bicyclist was injured when an SUV and an e-bike collided on 163 Ave near Cross Bay Blvd in Queens. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The teen cyclist suffered crush injuries to the entire body. The SUV was stopped in traffic before impact. The police report lists no contributing factors for the cyclist. The crash highlights the danger faced by young riders on city streets when drivers are inattentive or inexperienced.
12
SUV and Sedan Collide on North Conduit Ave▸Jul 12 - Two cars turned right. Metal struck metal. One driver hurt in the abdomen. Police cite following too closely and distraction. Streets in Queens stay dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided while both made right turns on North Conduit Avenue in Queens. One driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered abdominal injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person injured and others shaken. The report highlights driver errors as key causes.
9
E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens▸Jul 9 - A battery exploded. Fire roared. Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, was trapped in smoke and flame inside a Queens pizzeria. She died from her burns. Lithium-ion danger struck again. Four others escaped.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-09), Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, died after an e-bike battery exploded inside Singas Famous Pizzeria in Flushing, Queens. The FDNY described a 'blowtorch effect' that trapped Cheung as she tried to escape the bathroom. The article notes, 'These fires are treacherous. They move very quickly.' This was the first fatal lithium-ion battery fire in NYC for 2025, with officials citing a rising trend in such incidents. The battery was stored outside the bathroom, highlighting risks of indoor storage and the need for stronger safety measures.
-
E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-09
7
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway▸Jul 7 - BMW hit divider, flew across highway, struck two cars. Fire followed. Two young lives ended. Others hurt. Concrete, speed, and steel left scars in Queens dawn.
NY Daily News (2025-07-07) reports a BMW crashed into a concrete divider on Queens' Belt Parkway, then vaulted over the highway, hitting two vehicles. The BMW caught fire. Driver Noah Thompson, 24, and passenger Jewel Perez, 22, died after hospital transport. Three other BMW passengers and two other drivers survived with minor or stable injuries. Police noted, "No one in the BMW was wearing a seat belt." Authorities sought a warrant to test the driver's blood for alcohol. The crash highlights high-speed risks and the dangers of divided highways.
-
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
5
Deadly High-Speed Crash Ejects Passengers on Belt Parkway▸Jul 5 - A sedan and two SUVs collided at unsafe speed on Belt Parkway. One passenger killed, several ejected and injured. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
A violent crash on Belt Parkway involved a sedan and two SUVs. According to the police report, unsafe speed was a contributing factor. One 22-year-old female passenger was ejected and killed. Multiple others, including drivers and passengers, suffered injuries ranging from internal trauma to fractures and pain. Several occupants were ejected from vehicles. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the cause. No other contributing factors are named. The toll: one dead, many hurt, all marked by the force of speed and steel.
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
-
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
Aug 1 - A car struck and killed a 23-year-old man on 101st Street. The driver sped off after an encounter at the window. Police found the victim with severe trauma. He died at Jamaica Hospital.
According to the New York Post (2025-08-01), a 23-year-old man died after being run over on 101st Street and Liberty Boulevard in Queens. The article reports, "Sonalall approached the driver's side window and flashed what appeared to be a gun, startling the motorist, who then drove off, striking Sonalall." The Queens District Attorney's Office did not charge the driver, citing fear for his life. The incident highlights the lethal risk when vehicles are used in moments of conflict. No charges were filed, raising questions about how self-defense is interpreted in car-related deaths.
- Man Killed By Driver In Queens Street, New York Post, Published 2025-08-01
29
SUV Driver Hits Pedestrian at 157 Ave▸Jul 29 - A driver in an SUV hit a 48-year-old man crossing 157 Ave at an intersection in Queens. The impact fractured his leg. Police recorded aggressive driving and traffic control disregarded. He was conscious at the scene.
An SUV driver struck a 48-year-old man who was crossing at the intersection of 157 Ave in Queens. The pedestrian suffered a fractured knee and lower-leg injury and remained conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the driver engaged in "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" and "Traffic Control Disregarded." Police recorded the vehicle's pre-crash action as going straight ahead and the point of impact as the left front bumper, with damage to the left front bumper. The report lists no other contributing factors.
23
Unsafe Lane Changes on Belt Parkway Injure Drivers▸Jul 23 - Drivers merged westbound on Belt Parkway at Exit 17 West. Multiple unsafe lane changes triggered a crash. Two women drivers suffered whiplash. Two SUVs and a sedan were damaged.
According to the police report, drivers merged westbound on Belt Parkway Exit 17 West when multiple vehicles executed unsafe lane changes. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The collision involved two SUVs and a sedan. Two women drivers were injured: a 27-year-old with a neck injury and whiplash, and a 66-year-old with a back injury and whiplash. Both occupants were conscious and not ejected. Damage was reported to left front bumper and right front quarter panels. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
12
Distracted SUV Driver Injures Teen Cyclist in Queens▸Jul 12 - A 13-year-old on an e-bike struck by SUV on 163 Ave. Driver inattention and inexperience listed. Teen suffered crush injuries. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A 13-year-old bicyclist was injured when an SUV and an e-bike collided on 163 Ave near Cross Bay Blvd in Queens. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The teen cyclist suffered crush injuries to the entire body. The SUV was stopped in traffic before impact. The police report lists no contributing factors for the cyclist. The crash highlights the danger faced by young riders on city streets when drivers are inattentive or inexperienced.
12
SUV and Sedan Collide on North Conduit Ave▸Jul 12 - Two cars turned right. Metal struck metal. One driver hurt in the abdomen. Police cite following too closely and distraction. Streets in Queens stay dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided while both made right turns on North Conduit Avenue in Queens. One driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered abdominal injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person injured and others shaken. The report highlights driver errors as key causes.
9
E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens▸Jul 9 - A battery exploded. Fire roared. Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, was trapped in smoke and flame inside a Queens pizzeria. She died from her burns. Lithium-ion danger struck again. Four others escaped.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-09), Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, died after an e-bike battery exploded inside Singas Famous Pizzeria in Flushing, Queens. The FDNY described a 'blowtorch effect' that trapped Cheung as she tried to escape the bathroom. The article notes, 'These fires are treacherous. They move very quickly.' This was the first fatal lithium-ion battery fire in NYC for 2025, with officials citing a rising trend in such incidents. The battery was stored outside the bathroom, highlighting risks of indoor storage and the need for stronger safety measures.
-
E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-09
7
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway▸Jul 7 - BMW hit divider, flew across highway, struck two cars. Fire followed. Two young lives ended. Others hurt. Concrete, speed, and steel left scars in Queens dawn.
NY Daily News (2025-07-07) reports a BMW crashed into a concrete divider on Queens' Belt Parkway, then vaulted over the highway, hitting two vehicles. The BMW caught fire. Driver Noah Thompson, 24, and passenger Jewel Perez, 22, died after hospital transport. Three other BMW passengers and two other drivers survived with minor or stable injuries. Police noted, "No one in the BMW was wearing a seat belt." Authorities sought a warrant to test the driver's blood for alcohol. The crash highlights high-speed risks and the dangers of divided highways.
-
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
5
Deadly High-Speed Crash Ejects Passengers on Belt Parkway▸Jul 5 - A sedan and two SUVs collided at unsafe speed on Belt Parkway. One passenger killed, several ejected and injured. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
A violent crash on Belt Parkway involved a sedan and two SUVs. According to the police report, unsafe speed was a contributing factor. One 22-year-old female passenger was ejected and killed. Multiple others, including drivers and passengers, suffered injuries ranging from internal trauma to fractures and pain. Several occupants were ejected from vehicles. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the cause. No other contributing factors are named. The toll: one dead, many hurt, all marked by the force of speed and steel.
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
-
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
Jul 29 - A driver in an SUV hit a 48-year-old man crossing 157 Ave at an intersection in Queens. The impact fractured his leg. Police recorded aggressive driving and traffic control disregarded. He was conscious at the scene.
An SUV driver struck a 48-year-old man who was crossing at the intersection of 157 Ave in Queens. The pedestrian suffered a fractured knee and lower-leg injury and remained conscious at the scene. According to the police report, the driver engaged in "Aggressive Driving/Road Rage" and "Traffic Control Disregarded." Police recorded the vehicle's pre-crash action as going straight ahead and the point of impact as the left front bumper, with damage to the left front bumper. The report lists no other contributing factors.
23
Unsafe Lane Changes on Belt Parkway Injure Drivers▸Jul 23 - Drivers merged westbound on Belt Parkway at Exit 17 West. Multiple unsafe lane changes triggered a crash. Two women drivers suffered whiplash. Two SUVs and a sedan were damaged.
According to the police report, drivers merged westbound on Belt Parkway Exit 17 West when multiple vehicles executed unsafe lane changes. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The collision involved two SUVs and a sedan. Two women drivers were injured: a 27-year-old with a neck injury and whiplash, and a 66-year-old with a back injury and whiplash. Both occupants were conscious and not ejected. Damage was reported to left front bumper and right front quarter panels. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
12
Distracted SUV Driver Injures Teen Cyclist in Queens▸Jul 12 - A 13-year-old on an e-bike struck by SUV on 163 Ave. Driver inattention and inexperience listed. Teen suffered crush injuries. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A 13-year-old bicyclist was injured when an SUV and an e-bike collided on 163 Ave near Cross Bay Blvd in Queens. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The teen cyclist suffered crush injuries to the entire body. The SUV was stopped in traffic before impact. The police report lists no contributing factors for the cyclist. The crash highlights the danger faced by young riders on city streets when drivers are inattentive or inexperienced.
12
SUV and Sedan Collide on North Conduit Ave▸Jul 12 - Two cars turned right. Metal struck metal. One driver hurt in the abdomen. Police cite following too closely and distraction. Streets in Queens stay dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided while both made right turns on North Conduit Avenue in Queens. One driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered abdominal injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person injured and others shaken. The report highlights driver errors as key causes.
9
E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens▸Jul 9 - A battery exploded. Fire roared. Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, was trapped in smoke and flame inside a Queens pizzeria. She died from her burns. Lithium-ion danger struck again. Four others escaped.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-09), Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, died after an e-bike battery exploded inside Singas Famous Pizzeria in Flushing, Queens. The FDNY described a 'blowtorch effect' that trapped Cheung as she tried to escape the bathroom. The article notes, 'These fires are treacherous. They move very quickly.' This was the first fatal lithium-ion battery fire in NYC for 2025, with officials citing a rising trend in such incidents. The battery was stored outside the bathroom, highlighting risks of indoor storage and the need for stronger safety measures.
-
E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-09
7
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway▸Jul 7 - BMW hit divider, flew across highway, struck two cars. Fire followed. Two young lives ended. Others hurt. Concrete, speed, and steel left scars in Queens dawn.
NY Daily News (2025-07-07) reports a BMW crashed into a concrete divider on Queens' Belt Parkway, then vaulted over the highway, hitting two vehicles. The BMW caught fire. Driver Noah Thompson, 24, and passenger Jewel Perez, 22, died after hospital transport. Three other BMW passengers and two other drivers survived with minor or stable injuries. Police noted, "No one in the BMW was wearing a seat belt." Authorities sought a warrant to test the driver's blood for alcohol. The crash highlights high-speed risks and the dangers of divided highways.
-
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
5
Deadly High-Speed Crash Ejects Passengers on Belt Parkway▸Jul 5 - A sedan and two SUVs collided at unsafe speed on Belt Parkway. One passenger killed, several ejected and injured. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
A violent crash on Belt Parkway involved a sedan and two SUVs. According to the police report, unsafe speed was a contributing factor. One 22-year-old female passenger was ejected and killed. Multiple others, including drivers and passengers, suffered injuries ranging from internal trauma to fractures and pain. Several occupants were ejected from vehicles. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the cause. No other contributing factors are named. The toll: one dead, many hurt, all marked by the force of speed and steel.
4
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
-
Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
Jul 23 - Drivers merged westbound on Belt Parkway at Exit 17 West. Multiple unsafe lane changes triggered a crash. Two women drivers suffered whiplash. Two SUVs and a sedan were damaged.
According to the police report, drivers merged westbound on Belt Parkway Exit 17 West when multiple vehicles executed unsafe lane changes. Police recorded 'Unsafe Lane Changing' and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' as contributing factors. The collision involved two SUVs and a sedan. Two women drivers were injured: a 27-year-old with a neck injury and whiplash, and a 66-year-old with a back injury and whiplash. Both occupants were conscious and not ejected. Damage was reported to left front bumper and right front quarter panels. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved.
12
Distracted SUV Driver Injures Teen Cyclist in Queens▸Jul 12 - A 13-year-old on an e-bike struck by SUV on 163 Ave. Driver inattention and inexperience listed. Teen suffered crush injuries. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A 13-year-old bicyclist was injured when an SUV and an e-bike collided on 163 Ave near Cross Bay Blvd in Queens. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The teen cyclist suffered crush injuries to the entire body. The SUV was stopped in traffic before impact. The police report lists no contributing factors for the cyclist. The crash highlights the danger faced by young riders on city streets when drivers are inattentive or inexperienced.
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SUV and Sedan Collide on North Conduit Ave▸Jul 12 - Two cars turned right. Metal struck metal. One driver hurt in the abdomen. Police cite following too closely and distraction. Streets in Queens stay dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided while both made right turns on North Conduit Avenue in Queens. One driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered abdominal injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person injured and others shaken. The report highlights driver errors as key causes.
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E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens▸Jul 9 - A battery exploded. Fire roared. Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, was trapped in smoke and flame inside a Queens pizzeria. She died from her burns. Lithium-ion danger struck again. Four others escaped.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-09), Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, died after an e-bike battery exploded inside Singas Famous Pizzeria in Flushing, Queens. The FDNY described a 'blowtorch effect' that trapped Cheung as she tried to escape the bathroom. The article notes, 'These fires are treacherous. They move very quickly.' This was the first fatal lithium-ion battery fire in NYC for 2025, with officials citing a rising trend in such incidents. The battery was stored outside the bathroom, highlighting risks of indoor storage and the need for stronger safety measures.
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E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-09
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BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway▸Jul 7 - BMW hit divider, flew across highway, struck two cars. Fire followed. Two young lives ended. Others hurt. Concrete, speed, and steel left scars in Queens dawn.
NY Daily News (2025-07-07) reports a BMW crashed into a concrete divider on Queens' Belt Parkway, then vaulted over the highway, hitting two vehicles. The BMW caught fire. Driver Noah Thompson, 24, and passenger Jewel Perez, 22, died after hospital transport. Three other BMW passengers and two other drivers survived with minor or stable injuries. Police noted, "No one in the BMW was wearing a seat belt." Authorities sought a warrant to test the driver's blood for alcohol. The crash highlights high-speed risks and the dangers of divided highways.
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BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
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Deadly High-Speed Crash Ejects Passengers on Belt Parkway▸Jul 5 - A sedan and two SUVs collided at unsafe speed on Belt Parkway. One passenger killed, several ejected and injured. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
A violent crash on Belt Parkway involved a sedan and two SUVs. According to the police report, unsafe speed was a contributing factor. One 22-year-old female passenger was ejected and killed. Multiple others, including drivers and passengers, suffered injuries ranging from internal trauma to fractures and pain. Several occupants were ejected from vehicles. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the cause. No other contributing factors are named. The toll: one dead, many hurt, all marked by the force of speed and steel.
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
Jul 12 - A 13-year-old on an e-bike struck by SUV on 163 Ave. Driver inattention and inexperience listed. Teen suffered crush injuries. Streets failed to protect the vulnerable.
A 13-year-old bicyclist was injured when an SUV and an e-bike collided on 163 Ave near Cross Bay Blvd in Queens. According to the police report, 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' and 'Driver Inexperience' contributed to the crash. The teen cyclist suffered crush injuries to the entire body. The SUV was stopped in traffic before impact. The police report lists no contributing factors for the cyclist. The crash highlights the danger faced by young riders on city streets when drivers are inattentive or inexperienced.
12
SUV and Sedan Collide on North Conduit Ave▸Jul 12 - Two cars turned right. Metal struck metal. One driver hurt in the abdomen. Police cite following too closely and distraction. Streets in Queens stay dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided while both made right turns on North Conduit Avenue in Queens. One driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered abdominal injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person injured and others shaken. The report highlights driver errors as key causes.
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E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens▸Jul 9 - A battery exploded. Fire roared. Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, was trapped in smoke and flame inside a Queens pizzeria. She died from her burns. Lithium-ion danger struck again. Four others escaped.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-09), Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, died after an e-bike battery exploded inside Singas Famous Pizzeria in Flushing, Queens. The FDNY described a 'blowtorch effect' that trapped Cheung as she tried to escape the bathroom. The article notes, 'These fires are treacherous. They move very quickly.' This was the first fatal lithium-ion battery fire in NYC for 2025, with officials citing a rising trend in such incidents. The battery was stored outside the bathroom, highlighting risks of indoor storage and the need for stronger safety measures.
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E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-09
7
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway▸Jul 7 - BMW hit divider, flew across highway, struck two cars. Fire followed. Two young lives ended. Others hurt. Concrete, speed, and steel left scars in Queens dawn.
NY Daily News (2025-07-07) reports a BMW crashed into a concrete divider on Queens' Belt Parkway, then vaulted over the highway, hitting two vehicles. The BMW caught fire. Driver Noah Thompson, 24, and passenger Jewel Perez, 22, died after hospital transport. Three other BMW passengers and two other drivers survived with minor or stable injuries. Police noted, "No one in the BMW was wearing a seat belt." Authorities sought a warrant to test the driver's blood for alcohol. The crash highlights high-speed risks and the dangers of divided highways.
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BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
5
Deadly High-Speed Crash Ejects Passengers on Belt Parkway▸Jul 5 - A sedan and two SUVs collided at unsafe speed on Belt Parkway. One passenger killed, several ejected and injured. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
A violent crash on Belt Parkway involved a sedan and two SUVs. According to the police report, unsafe speed was a contributing factor. One 22-year-old female passenger was ejected and killed. Multiple others, including drivers and passengers, suffered injuries ranging from internal trauma to fractures and pain. Several occupants were ejected from vehicles. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the cause. No other contributing factors are named. The toll: one dead, many hurt, all marked by the force of speed and steel.
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
Jul 12 - Two cars turned right. Metal struck metal. One driver hurt in the abdomen. Police cite following too closely and distraction. Streets in Queens stay dangerous.
A sedan and an SUV collided while both made right turns on North Conduit Avenue in Queens. One driver, a 38-year-old woman, suffered abdominal injuries. According to the police report, 'Following Too Closely' and 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' were listed as contributing factors. No pedestrians or cyclists were involved. The crash left one person injured and others shaken. The report highlights driver errors as key causes.
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E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens▸Jul 9 - A battery exploded. Fire roared. Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, was trapped in smoke and flame inside a Queens pizzeria. She died from her burns. Lithium-ion danger struck again. Four others escaped.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-09), Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, died after an e-bike battery exploded inside Singas Famous Pizzeria in Flushing, Queens. The FDNY described a 'blowtorch effect' that trapped Cheung as she tried to escape the bathroom. The article notes, 'These fires are treacherous. They move very quickly.' This was the first fatal lithium-ion battery fire in NYC for 2025, with officials citing a rising trend in such incidents. The battery was stored outside the bathroom, highlighting risks of indoor storage and the need for stronger safety measures.
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E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens,
New York Post,
Published 2025-07-09
7
BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway▸Jul 7 - BMW hit divider, flew across highway, struck two cars. Fire followed. Two young lives ended. Others hurt. Concrete, speed, and steel left scars in Queens dawn.
NY Daily News (2025-07-07) reports a BMW crashed into a concrete divider on Queens' Belt Parkway, then vaulted over the highway, hitting two vehicles. The BMW caught fire. Driver Noah Thompson, 24, and passenger Jewel Perez, 22, died after hospital transport. Three other BMW passengers and two other drivers survived with minor or stable injuries. Police noted, "No one in the BMW was wearing a seat belt." Authorities sought a warrant to test the driver's blood for alcohol. The crash highlights high-speed risks and the dangers of divided highways.
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BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
5
Deadly High-Speed Crash Ejects Passengers on Belt Parkway▸Jul 5 - A sedan and two SUVs collided at unsafe speed on Belt Parkway. One passenger killed, several ejected and injured. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
A violent crash on Belt Parkway involved a sedan and two SUVs. According to the police report, unsafe speed was a contributing factor. One 22-year-old female passenger was ejected and killed. Multiple others, including drivers and passengers, suffered injuries ranging from internal trauma to fractures and pain. Several occupants were ejected from vehicles. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the cause. No other contributing factors are named. The toll: one dead, many hurt, all marked by the force of speed and steel.
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
Jul 9 - A battery exploded. Fire roared. Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, was trapped in smoke and flame inside a Queens pizzeria. She died from her burns. Lithium-ion danger struck again. Four others escaped.
According to the New York Post (2025-07-09), Yuet Kiu Cheung, 76, died after an e-bike battery exploded inside Singas Famous Pizzeria in Flushing, Queens. The FDNY described a 'blowtorch effect' that trapped Cheung as she tried to escape the bathroom. The article notes, 'These fires are treacherous. They move very quickly.' This was the first fatal lithium-ion battery fire in NYC for 2025, with officials citing a rising trend in such incidents. The battery was stored outside the bathroom, highlighting risks of indoor storage and the need for stronger safety measures.
- E-Bike Battery Blast Kills Woman In Queens, New York Post, Published 2025-07-09
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BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway▸Jul 7 - BMW hit divider, flew across highway, struck two cars. Fire followed. Two young lives ended. Others hurt. Concrete, speed, and steel left scars in Queens dawn.
NY Daily News (2025-07-07) reports a BMW crashed into a concrete divider on Queens' Belt Parkway, then vaulted over the highway, hitting two vehicles. The BMW caught fire. Driver Noah Thompson, 24, and passenger Jewel Perez, 22, died after hospital transport. Three other BMW passengers and two other drivers survived with minor or stable injuries. Police noted, "No one in the BMW was wearing a seat belt." Authorities sought a warrant to test the driver's blood for alcohol. The crash highlights high-speed risks and the dangers of divided highways.
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BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway,
NY Daily News,
Published 2025-07-07
5
Deadly High-Speed Crash Ejects Passengers on Belt Parkway▸Jul 5 - A sedan and two SUVs collided at unsafe speed on Belt Parkway. One passenger killed, several ejected and injured. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
A violent crash on Belt Parkway involved a sedan and two SUVs. According to the police report, unsafe speed was a contributing factor. One 22-year-old female passenger was ejected and killed. Multiple others, including drivers and passengers, suffered injuries ranging from internal trauma to fractures and pain. Several occupants were ejected from vehicles. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the cause. No other contributing factors are named. The toll: one dead, many hurt, all marked by the force of speed and steel.
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
Jul 7 - BMW hit divider, flew across highway, struck two cars. Fire followed. Two young lives ended. Others hurt. Concrete, speed, and steel left scars in Queens dawn.
NY Daily News (2025-07-07) reports a BMW crashed into a concrete divider on Queens' Belt Parkway, then vaulted over the highway, hitting two vehicles. The BMW caught fire. Driver Noah Thompson, 24, and passenger Jewel Perez, 22, died after hospital transport. Three other BMW passengers and two other drivers survived with minor or stable injuries. Police noted, "No one in the BMW was wearing a seat belt." Authorities sought a warrant to test the driver's blood for alcohol. The crash highlights high-speed risks and the dangers of divided highways.
- BMW Crash Kills Two on Belt Parkway, NY Daily News, Published 2025-07-07
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Deadly High-Speed Crash Ejects Passengers on Belt Parkway▸Jul 5 - A sedan and two SUVs collided at unsafe speed on Belt Parkway. One passenger killed, several ejected and injured. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
A violent crash on Belt Parkway involved a sedan and two SUVs. According to the police report, unsafe speed was a contributing factor. One 22-year-old female passenger was ejected and killed. Multiple others, including drivers and passengers, suffered injuries ranging from internal trauma to fractures and pain. Several occupants were ejected from vehicles. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the cause. No other contributing factors are named. The toll: one dead, many hurt, all marked by the force of speed and steel.
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
Jul 5 - A sedan and two SUVs collided at unsafe speed on Belt Parkway. One passenger killed, several ejected and injured. Metal twisted. Lives changed in seconds.
A violent crash on Belt Parkway involved a sedan and two SUVs. According to the police report, unsafe speed was a contributing factor. One 22-year-old female passenger was ejected and killed. Multiple others, including drivers and passengers, suffered injuries ranging from internal trauma to fractures and pain. Several occupants were ejected from vehicles. The report lists 'Unsafe Speed' as the cause. No other contributing factors are named. The toll: one dead, many hurt, all marked by the force of speed and steel.
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car▸
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Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car,
The New York Times,
Published 2025-07-04
- Fatally Injured Teenager Is Discovered on Top of a N.Y.C. Subway Car, The New York Times, Published 2025-07-04